<p>Robert Half has partnered with a prominent nonprofit organization in the San Diego area to find a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist. This is an excellent contract-to-permanent opportunity for a payroll professional who wants to use their skills to support a meaningful cause. If you are passionate about numbers and want to contribute to an organization making a difference, this could be the role for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for both salaried and hourly employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.</li><li>Review and verify employee timecards and resolve timesheet discrepancies in collaboration with supervisors and staff.</li><li>Maintain payroll-related data, including employee changes, benefit deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.</li><li>Prepare and distribute payroll-related reports for management, accounting, and audit purposes.</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, and changes within the payroll system.</li><li>Respond promptly to employee inquiries regarding payroll, tax forms, and other payment-related matters.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll legislation and nonprofit compliance requirements to ensure accurate payroll processes.</li><li>Assist in setting up and maintaining benefits and deductions related to retirement plans, health insurance, etc.</li></ul>

<ul><li>3+ years of payroll experience, preferably within the nonprofit industry.</li><li>Solid understanding of payroll laws and regulations, including nonprofit-specific compliance.</li><li>Proficiency in payroll software; experience with platforms like ADP, Paycom, or UKG strongly preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with time and attendance systems, payroll tax filings, and garnishment processing.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and detail.</li><li>Intermediate Excel skills, including proficiency with formulas and basic reporting.</li><li>Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.</li><li>Ability to handle sensitive payroll and employee information confidentially.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong>:</p><ul><li>Experience handling payroll for multi-state employees is a plus.</li><li>Familiarity with nonprofit organization structures and funding sources.</li><li>Certification such as Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is a big plus.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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