<p>A growing distribution company in <strong>Vista</strong> is hiring a reliable and detail-driven <strong>Payroll Clerk</strong> to support payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys structured routines, accuracy, and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. You’ll work closely with the Payroll Specialist and HR team to maintain compliance with California and federal labor regulations.</p><p>This opportunity offers training, long-term stability, and exposure to increasingly complex payroll functions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>&#128313; Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process and verify <strong>weekly and bi-weekly timecards</strong> for 150–250 employees</li><li>Review timekeeping discrepancies and follow up with supervisors to ensure accurate hours, PTO, overtime, and meal compliance</li><li>Assist with <strong>onboarding new employees into the payroll system</strong>, confirming tax forms, direct deposit, and wage assignments</li><li>Support preparation of payroll batches, deductions, garnishments, shift premiums, and pay adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and research historical data as needed</li><li>Maintain organized payroll records, both digital and physical</li><li>Assist with compliance reporting including new hire reports, EDD forms, wage verifications, and audit support</li><li>Collaborate with HR on attendance reports, corrective action documentation, and leaves of absence tracking</li></ul>

<ul><li>1–2 years of payroll or HR support experience (CA payroll strongly preferred)</li><li>Familiarity with any payroll system such as Paychex, ADP, Paylocity, or UKG</li><li>Understanding of basic wage laws including overtime rules, rest/meal period compliance, and CA sick leave</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to work confidentially</li><li>Excellent customer service and communication skills</li><li>Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with timekeeping systems</li></ul><p><br></p>

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