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Payroll Specialist
<p><strong>Title: Contract Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> South San Francisco, CA</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 2-3 Months</p><p>Are you an experienced Payroll Specialist looking for a short-term opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization? We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to join a team in South San Francisco, CA, and assist with critical payroll functions. This contract role is perfect for a candidate with expertise in prevailing wages, certified payroll, and compliance regulations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and ensure the accuracy of payroll data, including certified payroll and prevailing wage reports.</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll documentation in adherence to compliance guidelines.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to address and resolve payroll discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Stay informed of wage laws, compliance standards, and updates to prevailing wage requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in payroll processing, including managing prevailing wage and certified payroll.</li><li>Strong knowledge of payroll compliance regulations and wage laws specific to California.</li><li>High attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Experience working with payroll software and Excel proficiency. Paychex is preferred.</li><li>CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification is a plus but not required.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Additional Information:</strong></p><ul><li>This is a temporary contract role with a duration of 2-3 months.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements may be available.</li><li>Hourly pay rate is competitive and commensurate with experience in the field.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you are ready to step into a fulfilling short-term role and have the professional skills required for payroll compliance and reporting, we encourage you to apply today!</p><p>For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to your Robert Half recruiter.</p>
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  • South San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 43.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Title: Contract Payroll Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> South San Francisco, CA</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 2-3 Months</p><p>Are you an experienced Payroll Specialist looking for a short-term opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization? We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to join a team in South San Francisco, CA, and assist with critical payroll functions. This contract role is perfect for a candidate with expertise in prevailing wages, certified payroll, and compliance regulations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and ensure the accuracy of payroll data, including certified payroll and prevailing wage reports.</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll documentation in adherence to compliance guidelines.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to address and resolve payroll discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Stay informed of wage laws, compliance standards, and updates to prevailing wage requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-10-21T23:44:06Z

Payroll Specialist Job in South San Francisco | Robert Half