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Payroll Specialist

Menlo Park, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 40 USD / Hourly
Overview:The Payroll Specialist – Workday is responsible for administering and processing payroll activities using Workday software. This role ensures timely and accurate payroll cycles, maintains compliance with legal and company policies, and provides payroll support to employees and internal partners. The Payroll Specialist works closely with HR and finance teams to address payroll issues, improve processes, and uphold data integrity.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process multi-state or multi-country payrolls using Workday, ensuring all transactions are accurate and compliant with applicable regulations.</li><li>Audit, verify, and reconcile payroll data, and resolve any discrepancies or errors within Workday.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, process adjustments, and update employee payroll information in the system.</li><li>Prepare and distribute payroll reports, tax filings, and year-end documents (such as W-2s or T4s) utilizing Workday reporting tools.</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees, ensuring excellent customer service.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance to support integrations, benefits, and compensation changes impacting payroll.</li><li>Ensure payroll practices are compliant with federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities and assist with streamlining payroll workflow leveraging Workday automation features.</li><li>Support audits and provide timely payroll documentation as necessary.</li></ul>
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Henderson, NV
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 32 USD / Hourly
A growing, multi-state organization is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support and stabilize a high-volume payroll function. The Payroll Specialist will play a key part in improving processes and supporting a dynamic, evolving team. The ideal Payroll specialist will have Paylocity experience, someone who thrives in a hands-on, detail-driven environment and enjoys working through complex payroll scenarios. The Payroll Specialist Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll with accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Review and validate timesheets, earnings, and deductions</li><li>Handle payroll adjustments and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Respond to employee and manager payroll-related inquiries</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting to ensure data accuracy</li><li>Support audits and payroll reporting requirements</li></ul>This is an onsite role located in Hendeson, Nevada. Work hours are 7am - 3:3pm. If you like to be hand on, can work with a collaborative team and love complexity, apply today!
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Jupiter, FL
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 30 USD / Hourly
OverviewWe’re hiring a Payroll Specialist to oversee and execute payroll operations for a dynamic and growing workforce. This role is critical in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations. Compensation<ul><li>$28–$30/hour (DOE)</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly/bi-weekly payroll for employees across multiple pay groups</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee data</li><li>Handle payroll tax filings and ensure compliance</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support audits and reporting related to payroll</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting on employee changes and benefits</li></ul>What Makes This Role Unique<ul><li>Key role supporting employee satisfaction and compliance</li><li>Opportunity to work cross-functionally with HR and leadership</li><li>Stable, process-driven environment with room for optimization</li></ul>
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Chatham, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a team of approximately 300 employees. This is a Long-term Contract position offering a stable opportunity for a highly organized candidate with recent hands-on Paylocity experience and advanced Excel skills. The ideal candidate will manage recurring payroll activities with accuracy, maintain organized records, and help ensure timely processing for both salaried and hourly staff. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of roughly 300 employees, including both exempt and non-exempt team members. • Complete semi-monthly payroll cycles with a strong focus on timeliness, compliance, and data accuracy. • Review payroll data, validate earnings and deductions, and resolve discrepancies before final submission. • Use Paylocity to maintain payroll records and execute regular payroll-related tasks based on current employee information. • Prepare payroll-related spreadsheet files and support journal entry imports into QuickBooks using Excel-based templates. • Reconcile payroll figures and assist with documentation needed for reporting, audits, and internal recordkeeping. • Collaborate with relevant internal stakeholders to address payroll questions and support smooth day-to-day operations. • Track payroll changes such as compensation updates, hour adjustments, and other employee payment details to ensure accurate processing.
2026-06-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a growing IT software organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage large-volume, bi-weekly payroll activities with accuracy and consistency. The role will focus on end-to-end payroll administration, reporting, reconciliation, and close collaboration with internal stakeholders to maintain timely and compliant payroll processing. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end bi-weekly payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations. • Prepare and review payroll reports, audit payroll data, and investigate discrepancies to support accurate employee payments and recordkeeping. • Reconcile payroll results against source data and general ledger activity, resolving variances and maintaining strong financial controls. • Create and post payroll-related journal entries in coordination with accounting teams to support accurate period-end close activities. • Maintain employee payroll records within HRIS and payroll platforms, including updates related to earnings, deductions, taxes, and other pay components. • Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, support issue resolution, and help sustain efficient payroll operations during periods of increased workload. • Use advanced Excel functions to analyze payroll data, track trends, and produce clear reporting for operational and financial review.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Indianapolis, IN
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized workforce in Indianapolis, Indiana. This position supports end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employee pay, deductions, and garnishment activity are handled in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid payroll knowledge, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll, ensuring each pay run is completed accurately and on schedule.• Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and adjustments to confirm payroll data is complete and correct before final submission.• Administer payroll-related deductions, including garnishments, tax withholdings, and benefit contributions, in accordance with legal and company requirements.• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by working with employees, managers, and internal partners to correct issues promptly.• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation with a high level of accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.• Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits, reconciliations, and other payroll-related reviews as needed.• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and apply updates to payroll processing practices when necessary.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Fairfield, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Fairfield, New Jersey for a short-term Contract assignment expected to last 2-4 weeks. This onsite role will focus on resolving a high volume of payroll check issues, requiring strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll experience, including large employee populations and multi-state processing, and can quickly step in to support critical payroll operations. Responsibilities: • Review and correct approximately 2,500 payroll checks that were issued inaccurately, ensuring each item is resolved properly and in a timely manner. • Process payroll activities from start to finish while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and complete documentation. • Handle payroll transactions for employees across multiple states in accordance with applicable wage and tax requirements. • Use ADP Workforce Now to research payroll records, update information, and support issue resolution. • Investigate discrepancies in pay, deductions, or check details and apply appropriate corrections. • Coordinate with internal stakeholders as needed to confirm payroll data and help prevent repeat errors. • Maintain organized records of corrections, adjustments, and completed payroll actions for audit readiness.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Cleveland, OH
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Temporary to Hire
20 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate payroll and benefits administration for a growing team. This contract opportunity offers flexible Monday through Friday scheduling, with part-time or up to 40 hours per week. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, a high level of discretion, and the ability to manage payroll details with precision while supporting compliance across multiple areas of employee compensation and benefits. Responsibilities: • Oversee end-to-end payroll processing on a recurring schedule, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. • Coordinate retirement plan administration, including contribution tracking, employee updates, and related reporting activities. • Manage health insurance benefit deductions, eligibility updates, and communication with external benefit providers. • Respond to unemployment matters by preparing documentation, handling claim activity, and supporting audit requests. • Maintain organized payroll records and apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to day-to-day work. • Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with payroll-related journal entries to support accurate financial reporting. • Work closely with human resources and accounting teams to confirm employee data, deductions, and reporting accuracy. • Support payroll processing across multiple states and help ensure consistent administration for a workforce of more than 500 employees when needed.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Boca Raton, FL
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a growing team in Boca Raton. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience processing high-volume payroll accurately and efficiently. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing multi-state payroll while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly, bi-weekly, and/or semi-monthly payroll for a large employee population</li><li>Manage high-volume payroll transactions with accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Review and audit payroll data, including timekeeping records, earnings, deductions, and taxes</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Process payroll adjustments, garnishments, bonuses, commissions, and employee status changes</li><li>Maintain payroll records and support payroll reporting requirements</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings, W-2 preparation, and year-end processing</li><li>Partner with HR and Accounting teams to ensure accurate employee and payroll data</li><li>Support audits and special payroll-related projects as needed</li></ul>Schedule<ul><li>Full-time</li><li>On-site in Boca Raton, FL</li></ul>
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in New York, New York. This hybrid role requires a detail-oriented individual with significant experience in managing payroll operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will play a key role in overseeing payroll processes while working closely with other departments to maintain efficiency and accuracy. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll operations for employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing. • Handle payroll for garnishments and other deductions in compliance with legal requirements. • Utilize Workday software to execute payroll tasks and maintain records effectively. • Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. • Maintain accurate documentation of payroll activities and employee records. • Process payroll for a workforce ranging from 101 to 500 employees. • Review and verify payroll reports for accuracy before submitting final payments. • Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and implement necessary adjustments. • Provide support during audits by preparing required payroll documentation.
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Syracuse, NY
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Temporary / Contract
18 - 25 USD / Hourly
Processing: Managing regular pay cycles (weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly) and processing direct deposits or paper checksReporting: Reconciling payroll accounts, preparing tax filings (e.g., W-2s, 1099s), and assisting with audits.Time Tracking: Verifying timesheets to ensure accuracy of hours worked, overtime, tips, and bonuses
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Norman, OK
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Temporary to Hire
26 - 32 USD / Hourly
Payroll Specialist (Onsite – Norman, OK)Salary: $60,000 – $68,000 DOE We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Norman. This role is 100% onsite and plays a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple entities, while also supporting benefits administration and general accounting functions. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll for multiple companies, including weekly payroll cycles for smaller entities</li><li>Administer payroll systems, ensuring accuracy with wages, bonuses, and commission structures</li><li>Manage employee benefits, including:</li><li>COBRA administration</li><li>Monthly benefit billing and invoice payments</li><li>401(k) uploads, audits, and reporting</li><li>Open enrollment coordination</li><li>Reconcile benefit billing and accounts receivable for subsidiary companies</li><li>Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information</li><li>Produce payroll and benefits-related reports for audits (Department of Labor, insurance, etc.)</li><li>Partner with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate payments</li><li>Provide onboarding support to new hires (payroll, benefits, leave policies)</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll balancing, reporting, and compliance</li></ul>
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Ennis, TX
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist / Payroll Administrator to manage and process bi weekly payroll for approximately 250 employees. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, supporting compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and assisting with payroll-related reporting and employee inquiries. The ideal candidate will have prior payroll experience in a municipal or public sector environment and must have hands-on experience with Tyler Munis or other Tyler Technologies software.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Houston, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in North Houston, Texas. In this role, you will oversee payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations. This position offers a dynamic work environment, opportunities for growth in attention to detail, and access to comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities:• Input payroll data into internal systems and Excel spreadsheets for seamless processing.• Manage monthly commission and bonus payouts with precision.• Update employee records with changes such as salary adjustments and other employment details.• Develop and implement ideas to improve payroll efficiency and workflows.• Collaborate with HR and management teams to support special projects and ad hoc requests.• Process and document wage garnishments accurately.• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll calculations.• Address employee inquiries related to compensation in a timely manner.• Coordinate closely with accounting teams across various departments.• Safeguard employee information and maintain confidentiality at all times.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
29 - 31 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a higher education organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage end-to-end payroll operations with accuracy, maintain compliance across multiple states, and support a large employee population. The role requires strong experience with ADP Workforce Now and the ability to handle payroll processing in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying federal, state, and local payroll regulations appropriately. • Maintain and update employee payroll records, deductions, taxes, and earnings data within ADP Workforce Now. • Review payroll calculations, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues before final submission. • Partner with HR, finance, and internal stakeholders to verify payroll changes such as new employees, terminations, and compensation updates. • Prepare payroll reports, audits, and supporting documentation to promote accuracy, compliance, and operational transparency. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and provide clear guidance on pay, withholdings, and related matters.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Austin, TX
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Temporary to Hire
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a dynamic organization in Austin, Texas. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities with precision, maintain compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and provide responsive support to employees and internal stakeholders. The role requires strong attention to detail, confidence working with payroll systems and audits, and the ability to handle sensitive payroll matters with professionalism. Responsibilities: • Review timesheet, attendance, and HR change data to ensure payroll inputs are complete and correct before each processing cycle. • Maintain employee payroll records by validating new employee details, separations, compensation updates, benefit deductions, garnishments, and direct deposit changes. • Enter and update payroll information in the system with a high degree of accuracy and perform pre-payroll audits to identify and resolve discrepancies. • Process recurring payroll on the established semi-monthly schedule, verifying earnings, deductions, taxes, and net pay amounts prior to final submission. • Compare payroll results against approved records and investigate unusual variances affecting hourly and non-exempt employee pay. • Reconcile payroll registers, coordinate funding activities, and ensure electronic payments and live checks are issued correctly and on time. • Prepare and submit payroll tax deposits and required filings, including quarterly and year-end reporting, while supporting compliance with multi-state payroll regulations. • Partner with Finance and Accounting to reconcile payroll-related accounts, prepare payroll reporting, and support general ledger entry activities. • Respond promptly to employee questions related to pay, tax withholding, deductions, garnishments, and direct deposit matters with accuracy and care.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 36 USD / Hourly
A rapidly expanding professional services organization is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing, reporting, and compliance activities for a multi-state workforce. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside Human Resources and Accounting leadership while supporting critical payroll functions. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced with high-volume payroll environments.ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing<ul><li>Process biweekly and semi-monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Audit timesheets, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee information</li><li>Process bonuses, commissions, garnishments, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Ensure payroll is completed accurately and on schedule</li></ul>Compliance & Reporting<ul><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting and year-end processing</li><li>Support payroll audits and compliance reviews</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and general ledger accounts</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li></ul>Employee Support<ul><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries</li><li>Coordinate with HR regarding employee changes and onboarding activities</li><li>Assist with payroll system updates and process improvements</li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Clackamas, OR
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are continuing to look for an experienced Payroll Specialists to help assist local clients with their ongoing needs on a contract basis. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience for managing a company's payroll system, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time. If you have a strong background in payroll administration and are looking for a dynamic work environment, we would love to speak with you.
2026-06-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Bakersfield, CA
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Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a team in California. This role is responsible for delivering accurate, timely payroll processing for a large employee population while supporting compliance with tax rules, labor requirements, and union-related obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll systems experience, sound judgment when resolving discrepancies, and the ability to work closely with HR and finance partners. Responsibilities:• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for weekly, biweekly, and monthly pay periods across multi-state operations and union environments.• Review and calculate regular pay, overtime, incentive earnings, commissions, bonuses, and employee deductions with a high degree of accuracy.• Maintain payroll information in designated payroll platforms and ensure employee records, earnings, and withholdings remain current and correct.• Administer union-related payroll items such as dues, benefit contributions, and contract-based pay rules or schedules.• Coordinate the delivery of employee payments through direct deposit or check processing and support access to pay statements.• Reconcile payroll registers and investigate variances by partnering with internal teams to correct issues promptly.• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings to applicable federal, state, and local agencies within required deadlines.• Process garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered deductions in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.• Preserve organized payroll documentation to support audits, compliance reviews, and employee questions.• Work cross-functionally to align payroll activity with timekeeping, benefits administration, and related business systems.
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Phoenix, AZ
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Temporary to Hire
36 - 38.46 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a chemicals manufacturing organization in Phoenix, Arizona in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can manage complex, high-volume payroll operations while maintaining strict compliance with wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The role will work closely with HR and accounting partners to support payroll accuracy, compensation administration, audits, and employee inquiries in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time across multiple states.• Examine timesheets, earnings, deductions, garnishments, benefit withholdings, and tax entries to confirm each payroll cycle is complete and compliant.• Coordinate payroll disbursements and support period-end close activities by preparing reports, reconciling payroll data, and helping resolve variances with accounting.• Monitor federal, state, and local payroll regulations, apply legislative updates, and recommend policy or process adjustments to maintain compliance.• Perform recurring payroll audits, investigate discrepancies, and partner with internal stakeholders to correct issues before final submission.• Maintain secure and accurate payroll, compensation, and employee records in accordance with legal retention requirements and confidentiality standards.• Support compensation-related administration by helping maintain pay data, wage structures, benefit elections, leave balances, and other employee information in HR systems.• Provide payroll system guidance to internal users, respond to employee verification and payroll-related questions, and deliver training when needed.
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
31 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a high-volume workforce in Costa Mesa, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll activities with accuracy, maintain compliance across multiple states, and keep payroll records organized and up to date. The right candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with large employee populations, weekly payroll cycles, and payroll systems such as Paycom and Rippling. Responsibilities: • Administer complete payroll processing for approximately 1,500 employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay each cycle. • Execute multi-state payroll activities while applying applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements. • Manage weekly payroll runs from data review through final submission and post-payroll validation. • Reconcile payroll records, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues related to pay, deductions, and taxes. • Maintain detailed payroll tracking and reporting to support accuracy, audits, and internal review. • Support payroll activities across the full employee lifecycle, including updates affecting compensation and deductions. • Use payroll platforms such as Paycom and Rippling to process transactions, maintain records, and improve efficiency. • Assist with payroll-related transition work involving Rippling as part of ongoing operational support.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Livermore, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32.0625 - 42.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our client on a Long-term Contract basis who has experience with UKG/KRONOS. This position focuses on delivering accurate, timely payroll support for a large employee population while partnering closely with payroll leadership to maintain compliance and resolve issues efficiently. The role is well suited for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working with both union and non-union payroll, and confident handling detailed payroll data in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Manage payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across union and non-union groups, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.• Examine time records, pay updates, deductions, and earnings details to confirm payroll information is complete and correct before final processing.• Provide support for regular payroll runs as well as special payments, including off-cycle payroll activity and manual check requests.• Calculate pay components such as overtime, shift premiums, and labor agreement-based earnings by following established payroll guidelines.• Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and issue resolution by identifying discrepancies and helping correct payroll errors promptly.• Prepare, organize, and retain payroll records and related documentation in alignment with company standards and audit requirements.• Create and review recurring payroll reports and use Excel functions such as lookups and data validation to analyze information and escalate unusual findings.
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a hotel organization in San Diego, California on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position focuses on delivering accurate, timely payroll processing while supporting employee record maintenance, reporting, and payroll-related issue resolution. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of payroll practices, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing, including off-cycle payments and manual checks when required. • Review employee time entries, identify exceptions, and work with managers or employees to correct missed or inaccurate punches before payroll is finalized. • Research payroll variances, make necessary corrections, and handle adjustments such as final wages, supplemental pay, and other earning changes. • Maintain organized payroll files and employee documentation, ensuring records are complete, accurate, and properly stored in digital systems. • Administer additional earnings such as service charges, bonuses, commissions, incentives, and other payroll-related payments. • Prepare recurring payroll reports, support reconciliations, and assist with internal reviews and audit activities. • Coordinate year-end payroll tasks, including W-2 distribution support and responses to employment verification requests. • Contribute to payroll data accuracy, system updates, compliance tracking, and special projects tied to payroll operations.
2026-06-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Chino, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a manufacturing organization in Chino, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an individual who can ensure payroll data is accurate, complete, and compliant while partnering closely with finance during month-end activities. The role will focus heavily on reviewing payroll information for non-exempt hourly employees and providing dependable backup support across payroll functions. Responsibilities: • Review and verify payroll data after entry to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company standards. • Audit timekeeping and payroll records for non-exempt hourly employees, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly. • Process full-cycle payroll activities across multiple states for a large employee population with careful attention to deadlines. • Provide backup coverage for other payroll team members to maintain continuity in daily and scheduled payroll operations. • Partner with the finance team during month-end close by preparing payroll-related reporting, including headcount, labor cost impact, and tax details. • Analyze payroll transactions and related deductions to help ensure accurate financial reporting and expense tracking. • Use payroll and timekeeping platforms such as Kronos, UKG, and ADP Workforce Now to manage employee time and payroll information. • Support payroll validation and reporting needs by maintaining organized records and responding to internal inquiries in a timely manner.
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

South San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS PAYROLL SPECIALIST - HYBRID 2 DAYS ONSITE90K-100K We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our expanding team. This role is vital to ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing while supporting employees and managers with payroll-related inquiries. As a senior member of the payroll team, you will manage key aspects of payroll administration, reporting, and system maintenance. Responsibilities:• Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.• Handle payroll transactions such as manual checks, pay adjustments, bonuses, reimbursements, leave processing, and garnishments.• Ensure timely and correct payment of payroll taxes and other deductions.• Conduct audits and reconcile payroll data, including reconciling balance sheets and preparing tax compliance schedules.• Assist in the preparation and validation of W-2 forms and maintain alignment with the general ledger.• Provide guidance to employees and managers on complex payroll issues, offering solutions and support.• Respond to inquiries from federal, state, and local agencies regarding payroll matters.• Maintain payroll systems by updating cost centers, codes, and ensuring system functionality.• Generate payroll reports and perform detailed data analysis for business insights.• Develop and document payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

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