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Payroll Specialist
<p>Our company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and internal policies, and delivering exceptional service to our employees.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process biweekly or monthly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Maintain payroll records and handle adjustments, garnishments, and withholding requests</li><li>Prepare and reconcile payroll reports for finance and management</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Assist with year-end procedures including W-2s and other required filings</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure payroll-related data integrity</li></ul><p><br></p>
<ul><li>Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred</li><li>2+ years of payroll processing experience</li><li>Strong understanding of payroll systems and Microsoft Excel</li><li>Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing payroll</li><li>Excellent organizational and communication skills</li><li>High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information with discretion</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 36.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and internal policies, and delivering exceptional service to our employees.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process biweekly or monthly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Maintain payroll records and handle adjustments, garnishments, and withholding requests</li><li>Prepare and reconcile payroll reports for finance and management</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Assist with year-end procedures including W-2s and other required filings</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure payroll-related data integrity</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-07T18:33:39Z

Payroll Specialist Job in San Diego, CA | Robert Half