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Certified Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
Position Summary:The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, and supporting audits, reporting, and employee payroll inquiries. This role typically requires strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax withholding, garnishments, benefits deductions, and certified payroll reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required</li><li>Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and government contract payroll requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and project teams to validate employee and labor data</li><li>Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance</li></ul>
2026-10-30T23:33:44Z

Certified Payroll Specialist

Martinez, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
Position Summary:The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, and supporting audits, reporting, and employee payroll inquiries. This role typically requires strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax withholding, garnishments, benefits deductions, and certified payroll reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required</li><li>Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and government contract payroll requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and project teams to validate employee and labor data</li><li>Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance</li></ul>
2026-10-30T23:38:44Z

Certified Payroll Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
Position Summary:The Certified Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, and supporting audits, reporting, and employee payroll inquiries. This role typically requires strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax withholding, garnishments, benefits deductions, and certified payroll reporting requirements. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll for employees</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports as required</li><li>Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information</li><li>Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, union, and government contract payroll requirements</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings</li><li>Administer wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, taxes, and deductions</li><li>Support payroll audits and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and project teams to validate employee and labor data</li><li>Monitor changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance</li></ul>
2026-10-30T23:33:44Z

Sr. Payroll Manager, CPP

Houston, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 139000.00 USD / Yearly
Senior Payroll Manager (High-Volume, Multi-State/Union, Public Company) with their CPPOur client, a leading public company, is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a large, complex, and fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who thrives in high-volume, multi-state, and unionized settings. Key Responsibilities:§ Experience with leading payroll operations for 5,000 plus employees across multiple states.§ Processing for California is required§ Payroll Cycles are biweekly, weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls.§ This role will oversee a team of 5 Payroll Supervisors (each managing 5 specialists), providing mentorship, support, and career development.§ The team is processing for a diverse employee base (salaried, hourly, tipped, seasonal, and union) § Publicly traded company experience due to the Equity Compensation, reporting equity-based compensation programs, such as stock options, restricted stock options (RSUs), etc. § CPP certification (Certified Payroll Professional) Required§ Experience processing for multiple entities§ Major ERP/payroll system knowledge (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP/Dayforce Ceridian).§ Implement and maintain procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and union requirements.§ This role is typically one that will oversee but at times will need to step in to process payroll during peak periods or complex cycles.§ Collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring strong communication with Finance, HR, and other business units.Preferences:§ Canadian payroll experience is a plus. but not required.§ Administer payroll for 100 union groups and manage complexity across 50 FEINs.§ Enjoy modern office spaces yet business casual dress code/environment and a collaborative, high-performance work culture.§ Bachelor’s Degree – highly preferred
2026-11-05T18:33:43Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager

Houston, TX
onsite
Temporary / Contract
38.00 - 44.00 USD / Hourly
Our client near Downtown Houston is seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor for a contract assignment. In this leadership position, you will supervise payroll processing for a high-volume, multi-state (U.S.) and multi-province (Canada) operation, overseeing a team of six Payroll Specialists. This is a hands-on supervisory role within the company’s Shared Services group. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Supervise and coordinate all payroll processing activities to ensure timely and accurate delivery of weekly payroll for union and non-union employees</li><li>Review team staffing to provide adequate coverage for all payroll tasks</li><li>Train, supervise, and conduct annual performance reviews for direct reports</li><li>Assist management with implementation of quality control measures</li><li>Conduct regular reconciliation, reviews, and audits of payroll records to ensure compliance and accuracy</li><li>Process special payments including bonuses and taxable/non-taxable fringe benefits</li><li>Act as a main point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from HR, accounting, and other internal departments</li><li>Provide support for the payroll hotline and resolve employee payroll issues</li><li>Function as a liaison with union representatives as required</li><li>Ensure confidentiality and proper security of all payroll information</li><li>Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned</li></ul>
2026-10-30T19:23:44Z

Payroll Specialist

Kansas City, MO
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Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a fast-paced, multi-entity environment in Kansas City, Missouri. This position plays an important role in ensuring employees are paid correctly each week while meeting certified payroll and prevailing wage obligations across active projects. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll processing experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with operations and project stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end weekly payroll processing for multiple business entities, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Review imported time records, investigate discrepancies, and confirm hours, job assignments, and cost coding align with supporting totals before payroll is finalized. • Maintain payroll data such as earnings, deductions, benefit elections, garnishments, stipends, and pay differentials with a high level of precision. • Process special payroll transactions, including manual payments, off-cycle runs, and adjustments needed to correct prior payroll issues. • Prepare and submit certified payroll documentation, including WH-347 and related state forms, in accordance with Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage requirements. • Verify proper wage rates, fringe allocations, and labor classifications based on project specifications and jurisdictional rules. • Support labor compliance reporting through AASHTOWare and other required agency or contractor portals, and provide documentation during audits or inquiries. • Perform regular payroll reconciliations to validate changes in pay rates, hours, deductions, taxes, and related liabilities against source records and control reports. • Maintain accurate employee, project, rate, and deduction records across payroll and operational systems, while contributing to process documentation as additional entities are brought into shared service workflows.
2026-10-08T19:34:16Z

Payroll Administrator

West Sacramento, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
62400.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
Amanda Warren is looking for a Certified Payroll Specialist to support subcontractor payroll compliance for construction projects in West Sacramento, California. This role focuses on reviewing certified payroll obligations, maintaining accurate compliance records, and coordinating with subcontractors and internal teams to keep documentation complete and current. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, careful attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a regulated environment. Responsibilities:• Evaluate newly executed subcontract agreements to determine prevailing wage, certified payroll, insurance, and related compliance obligations.• Track subcontractor adherence to applicable state and federal payroll standards throughout the life of each project.• Examine certified payroll submissions from subcontractors and lower-tier partners, confirming completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements.• Audit and reconcile payroll and compliance data received from subcontractors, addressing inconsistencies before records are finalized.• Communicate with subcontractor contacts to obtain missing forms, signatures, and supporting documents in a timely manner.• Maintain organized databases and documentation systems that reflect each project's compliance status, insurance records, and subcontract requirements.• Partner with accounting teams to verify compliance milestones that may affect payment processing and release schedules.• Respond to internal and external questions related to payroll compliance, resolving issues efficiently to support project continuity.• Contribute to process improvement efforts by refining compliance workflows and maintaining current standard operating procedures.• Perform additional administrative or project-related duties as assigned to support departmental objectives.
2026-10-23T13:33:44Z

Payroll Specialist

Las Vegas, NV
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a construction company in Las Vegas, Nevada. This position focuses on managing union payroll with accuracy, maintaining compliance across multiple jurisdictions (NV, UT, ID & CA), and supporting related reporting obligations. The role also contributes to accounting and project administration tasks after core payroll work is completed. Responsibilities:• Process weekly payroll for union employees within a construction environment, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution.• Prepare and submit certified payroll records and prevailing wage documentation in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.• Complete monthly union fringe benefit reporting and verify contributions are recorded correctly.• Monitor payroll practices for compliance with multi-state wage, tax, and labor regulations.• Coordinate payroll activities involving Laborers, Cement Masons, and Carpenters unions while maintaining proper documentation.• Review garnishments, deductions, and other payroll adjustments to ensure they are applied correctly.• Support accounting and project management administrative work during periods outside of payroll processing.• Use payroll and reporting systems such as Deltek ComputerEase, LCPtracker, eComply, and Excel to maintain records and prepare required submissions.
2026-10-28T22:48:44Z

Certified Payroll

Bensalem, PA
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Temporary to Hire
34.20 - 39.60 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented payroll specialist to support a growing organization in Bensalem, PA. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can independently manage payroll operations, navigate union requirements, and maintain accurate reporting in a fast-moving environment. The position also offers the chance to contribute to HR-related activities as business needs expand. Responsibilities:• Oversee end-to-end weekly payroll processing for a workforce of roughly 80 employees while ensuring timely and accurate pay delivery.• Administer certified and union payroll activities, including wage rates, dues, benefit contributions, and compliance with applicable labor agreements.• Compile and submit recurring payroll and labor documentation to multiple agencies in accordance with reporting deadlines.• Partner with contractors and internal project personnel to gather, verify, and reconcile payroll-related workforce information.• Review payroll entries for accuracy by validating hours, deductions, earnings, and employer-paid obligations before finalizing each cycle.• Maintain organized employee payroll files and uphold compliance with federal, state, local, and union-related requirements.• Address employee questions related to pay, resolve discrepancies efficiently, and provide clear communication regarding payroll matters.• Support onboarding documentation, employee record updates, benefits-related administration, and other HR coordination tasks as needed.• Assist with year-end payroll responsibilities such as wage statement preparation, reporting support, and audit readiness.• Produce payroll, compliance, and workforce reports for leadership to support operational planning and labor tracking.
2026-10-23T16:48:43Z

Senior Payroll Manager

Austin, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
92000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a complex, multi-jurisdiction organization in Austin, Texas. This position will guide payroll strategy, strengthen compliance practices, and ensure accurate, timely processing across a large employee population. The role also partners closely with HR, Finance, Legal, and executive leadership to improve controls, support reporting needs, and build a high-performing payroll function. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring biweekly processing is completed accurately, on schedule, and in alignment with company policies. • Oversee payroll data administration, including employee onboarding updates, compensation changes, deductions, and other system-maintained records. • Review timekeeping information, validate payroll adjustments, and resolve discrepancies before final payroll submission. • Administer wage calculations such as overtime, incentive pay, commissions, and other earnings while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations. • Manage payroll tax activity, garnishments, benefit deductions, year-end reporting, and W-2 preparation across multiple states and jurisdictions. • Lead and develop payroll leaders and team members by setting priorities, providing coaching, and driving accountability across daily operations. • Establish payroll policies and governance standards in partnership with HR, Finance, Tax, and Legal to support compliance across domestic and international operations where applicable. • Drive payroll technology planning and optimization, including system administration, enhancements, vendor coordination, and automation initiatives. • Serve as the senior point of contact for executives, auditors, and external agencies by delivering reporting, risk insight, audit support, and resolution of complex payroll matters. • Oversee payroll integration planning for acquisitions and divestitures, including due diligence support, operational alignment, and long-term standardization efforts.
2026-10-08T16:23:42Z

Payroll Specialist

Daly City, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations approximately 20 hours per week. This role is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee records, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and supporting reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop Payroll and a strong understanding of prevailing wage payroll requirements, including certified payroll reporting and labor compliance. This position is well suited for someone who can work independently, maintain confidentiality, and effectively manage payroll processes in a fast-paced environment.
2026-10-29T22:58:44Z

Payroll Administrator

Wheaton, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Key Responsibilities The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul>
2026-10-29T17:08:43Z

Payroll Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a busy organization in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting. The successful candidate will contribute to payroll accuracy, maintain reliable records, and provide responsive support to employees and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Maintain payroll and timekeeping records by entering and updating employee data with a high degree of accuracy • Review payroll registers and supporting reports to identify discrepancies and ensure records are complete before processing • Execute regular payroll cycles on schedule, confirming employees are paid correctly and on time • Record deduction arrears, monitor outstanding balances, and help keep related payroll information current • Prepare and support payroll tax filings as well as reporting tied to fringe benefits and other required withholdings • Assist with related accounting and administrative activities that support day-to-day department operations • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal teams with professionalism and clarity • Carry out additional assignments and special projects as directed by leadership
2026-10-09T09:08:42Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Denver, CO
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
94000.00 - 116000.00 USD / Yearly
Manager, Payroll Operations | Denver, CO I’m recruiting for an experienced Senior Manager of Payroll Operations to lead a large, complex payroll function for an established organization in the Denver area. This is a great opportunity for a experienced payroll leader who combines strong technical payroll expertise, team leadership, compliance knowledge, and process improvement experience. Key Responsibilities: Lead day-to-day payroll operations, including regular and off-cycle payroll processing Manage, coach, and develop payroll staff Oversee payroll taxes, garnishments, reconciliations, W-2s, unemployment reporting, audits, and regulatory filings Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and wage regulations Serve as a payroll subject matter expert and resolve complex payroll issues Oversee payroll, timekeeping, HRIS/HCM, and ERP systems, including upgrades, testing, and implementations Partner closely with HR, Finance, Benefits, IT, auditors, vendors, and leadership Drive process improvement, automation, internal controls, and operational efficiencies Lead payroll-related projects and system implementations This role is 100% in office.
2026-10-30T20:38:46Z

Payroll Manager

Round Rock, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations in Round Rock, Texas and ensure employees are compensated accurately, consistently, and in full compliance with applicable regulations. This position plays a central role in overseeing payroll administration, strengthening internal controls, and delivering reliable reporting for leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong multi-state payroll expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with Human Resources and Finance while guiding a high-performing payroll team. Responsibilities: • Direct complete payroll cycles for hourly, salaried, and incentive-based employees across multiple states, ensuring each payroll is processed accurately and on schedule. • Evaluate and authorize employee pay updates, including hires, departures, job changes, deductions, and timekeeping adjustments before payroll finalization. • Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local payroll rules, including tax withholding, wage and hour requirements, garnishments, and mandated filings. • Reconcile payroll-related accounts by reviewing benefit deductions, tax payments, payroll balances, and general ledger activity to resolve discrepancies promptly. • Oversee annual payroll close activities such as W-2 preparation, year-end balancing, and documentation needed for audits and compliance reviews. • Lead payroll audit efforts by preparing records, responding to internal and external requests, and maintaining organized support for regulatory examinations. • Manage payroll systems administration and identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting accuracy, and overall processing efficiency, including support for system upgrades when needed. • Supervise, coach, and develop payroll staff to maintain strong service levels, accountability, and operational consistency. • Work closely with Human Resources, Finance, and business leadership on compensation matters, benefits-related payroll impacts, and recurring or ad hoc reporting needs. • Address complex employee payroll concerns, investigate root causes, and ensure timely resolution of escalated issues.
2026-11-06T15:33:43Z

Payroll Specialist

Brighton, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a busy organization in Brighton, Michigan. This role is responsible for managing payroll details with precision, maintaining compliance with wage and tax requirements, and partnering with accounting, operations, and HR to resolve discrepancies. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with care while meeting recurring deadlines. Responsibilities: • Administer weekly payroll processing and any supplemental payroll runs, confirming time worked, pay calculations, overtime, leave balances, deductions, and other adjustments before final submission. • Gather and validate paper and electronic time records from field and office teams, following up with supervisors and project leadership to resolve missing or inconsistent entries. • Assign payroll hours and related labor expenses correctly across employees, jobs, departments, cost codes, and direct or indirect accounts to support accurate reporting. • Maintain union-related payroll information, including wage classifications, negotiated rates, fringe amounts, and required remittance documentation, while ensuring alignment with payroll records. • Prepare certified payroll and prevailing wage documentation for qualifying projects, including support for classification details and fringe benefit reporting. • Update and safeguard employee payroll data such as tax elections, direct deposit details, garnishments, benefit deductions, and approved compensation changes. • Reconcile payroll registers, labor allocations, benefit withholdings, and general ledger activity, researching and correcting exceptions in a timely manner. • Support payroll tax coordination, quarter-end and year-end balancing, W-2 preparation, agency correspondence, and employee status changes in collaboration with HR, the Controller, and external payroll partners. • Respond to employee payroll questions professionally, maintain confidentiality, and produce recurring payroll, overtime, labor cost, and audit support reports as needed.
2026-10-28T14:18:45Z

Payroll Specialist

Summit, NJ
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations. This Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states, helping ensure employees are paid correctly and in compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with payroll systems, careful attention to detail, and the ability to handle complex payroll activity in a fast-paced environment. Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring pay is calculated accurately and delivered on schedule.• Administer multi-state payroll activities while maintaining compliance with varying tax, wage, and reporting requirements.• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll records, review payroll data, and support routine payroll administration.• Audit earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.• Respond to employee and internal payroll inquiries by researching issues and providing clear, timely resolutions.• Maintain payroll documentation and records in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.• Support payroll-related updates, adjustments, and reconciliations as needed to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
2026-10-08T21:13:40Z

Payroll Specialist

Hendersonville, NC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist / HR Coordinator to support daily business operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This contract role combines office coordination, payroll administration, and human resources support, making it ideal for someone who can effectively manage administrative processes while also handling employee-facing responsibilities. The ideal candidate will play a key role in keeping the office running smoothly, supporting payroll functions, and helping maintain a well-organized and compliant workplace. Strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and advanced Excel expertise are essential for success in this role. Based on general knowledge. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate and manage the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring all required documentation and setup steps are completed accurately and on time. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Process employee requisitions for temporary agencies, including entering and loading data into multiple systems and ensuring security badges are created and distributed. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain OSHA logs and complete all required reporting for the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL). Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Report and track workers’ compensation claims, including associated documentation, communication, and follow-up tasks. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, including rolling over and setting up new benefit plans and managing the open enrollment process. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Post job openings on Indeed and other job boards as needed to support hiring efforts. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support payroll-related activities and ensure accurate processing and recordkeeping. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Help maintain employee records, HR documentation, and administrative files in an organized and confidential manner. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Provide general office and HR coordination support to help ensure efficient day-to-day operations. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
2026-11-06T08:39:08Z

Payroll Manager

Pauma Valley, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45.00 - 53.00 USD / Hourly
A growing healthcare services organization is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a diverse, multi-location workforce. This role is ideal for a payroll leader who understands the importance of accurate, timely employee pay and can manage complex payroll requirements while improving systems, controls, and team performance. The Payroll Manager will partner closely with HR, accounting, and operational leadership to ensure payroll data is accurate, employee changes are processed correctly, and payroll practices remain aligned with applicable federal and California requirements. Experience supporting hourly employees across multiple locations is especially valuable.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-location employee population.</li><li>Manage payroll calendars, review payroll registers, and ensure timely processing of scheduled pay cycles.</li><li>Supervise payroll staff and establish clear review procedures and processing standards.</li><li>Review timekeeping data, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, and other earnings.</li><li>Ensure accurate processing of employee deductions, garnishments, benefit changes, and tax withholding updates.</li><li>Maintain compliance with applicable wage-and-hour requirements, including overtime and meal/rest period rules.</li><li>Coordinate payroll tax filings, reconciliations, quarter-end reporting, and year-end activities.</li><li>Partner with HR on onboarding, terminations, compensation changes, leave-related updates, and employee records.</li><li>Research payroll discrepancies and oversee corrections and off-cycle payments.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and collaborate with accounting during month-end close.</li><li>Maintain payroll controls, confidential records, and audit documentation.</li><li>Evaluate payroll systems and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, reporting, and automation.</li></ul>
2026-10-27T21:33:43Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
32.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
Employment Type: Contract About the RoleRobert Half is partnering with a dynamic and growing organization to find an experienced Payroll Specialist. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring employees are compensated accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your payroll career while working closely with a supportive and collaborative team. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process semi-monthly, biweekly, or weekly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, including wage adjustments, benefit deductions, and tax withholding.</li><li>Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.</li><li>Respond promptly to employee inquiries about payroll, deductions, or tax issues.</li><li>Assist with annual reporting requirements, including W-2 and 1099 processing.</li><li>Calculate and process bonuses, overtime, and commissions where applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate onboarding of employee information.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations, including applicable state or regional requirements.</li><li>Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors or agencies when necessary.</li></ul>
2026-10-26T16:04:09Z

Payroll Accountant

Daly City, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
39.59 - 45.84 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support payroll operations for a contract assignment in Daly City, California. This onsite, part-time opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can manage complex wage calculations, maintain precise records, and ensure payroll activities align with applicable labor regulations. The position focuses heavily on prevailing wage processing, certified payroll reporting, and accurate use of QuickBooks Desktop in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process weekly and biweekly payroll accurately and within established deadlines using QuickBooks Desktop. • Manage prevailing wage payroll activities while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local labor requirements. • Prepare certified payroll submissions and organize supporting records for compliance and audit purposes. • Review time entries, pay rates, and job classifications to confirm proper wage calculations and payment accuracy. • Compute overtime, fringe benefits, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments as required. • Maintain complete and up-to-date payroll files, employee records, and related documentation. • Research payroll discrepancies, respond to employee questions, and resolve issues in a timely manner. • Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting tasks, and documentation needed for internal reviews or external audits.
2026-11-05T01:33:40Z

Payroll Specialist

Mt. Laurel, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
We have partnered with a non-profit on their search for a Payroll Specialist with proven expertise processing payroll for 300+ individuals and the ability to resolve payroll tax inquires. As the Payroll Specialist, you will process bi-weekly payroll accurately and timely, review timekeeping administration, prepare journal entries, maintain client records, reconcile payroll, process garnishments/deductions, prepare payroll adjustments, coordinate with HR department as needed, assist with benefits enrollment, and join in the audit process. This candidate must have knowledge of payroll, wage and tax laws, and have the ability to prepare filings for federal and state quarterly and annual payroll reports. How you will make an impact· Enter and process payroll data· Adjust payroll errors· Assist with general accounting tasks· Handle incoming payroll call inquiries· Perform payroll audits· Complete payroll journal entries· Respond to payroll inquiries· Tax Reporting· Process year end tax documents· Prepare weekly/monthly payroll reports
2026-10-16T14:58:44Z

Payroll Specialist II

New Orleans, LA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
30.00 - 31.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate, timely payroll operations for a large and complex employee population in New Orleans, Louisiana. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for a payroll specialist who combines strong technical knowledge with a service-focused approach and sound judgment in resolving sensitive pay issues. The role serves as a senior-level resource for payroll administration, compliance, and process improvement while helping maintain reliable payroll practices across bi-weekly and monthly cycles. Responsibilities:• Lead end-to-end processing for bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.• Administer payroll activities for a workforce exceeding 500 employees, including validations, adjustments, and exception handling.• Maintain payroll records and system data within ADP Workforce Now to support efficient and accurate payroll operations.• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to keep payroll practices compliant with current requirements.• Investigate complex payroll discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement effective resolutions in a timely manner.• Serve as a senior point of contact for employee payroll questions, delivering clear guidance and high-quality customer support.• Review payroll procedures and recommend process enhancements that strengthen accuracy, consistency, and internal controls.• Provide day-to-day direction and subject matter support to less experienced payroll team members when needed.
2026-10-08T13:48:45Z

Payroll Specialist

Eugene, OR
remote
Temporary / Contract
22.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialist who is detail-oriented, proficient in tax related regulations, and has experience utilizing an automated payroll system. The chosen candidate will play a crucial role in managing all payroll related functions including the accurate and timely payment of salaries, benefits, and taxes.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process company payroll in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>Calculate and deduct appropriate amounts from payroll including tax deductions and benefits.</li><li>Utilize automated payroll systems similar to ADP for processing payroll and taxes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.</li><li>Reconcile and verify accuracy of payroll and benefit data.</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and handle employee payroll queries.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accurate payroll reports and statements.</li><li>Manage annual payroll audits.</li><li>Stay current with payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T23:53:43Z

Payroll Specialist

Salem, OR
remote
Temporary / Contract
22.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialist who is detail-oriented, proficient in tax related regulations, and has experience utilizing an automated payroll system. The chosen candidate will play a crucial role in managing all payroll related functions including the accurate and timely payment of salaries, benefits, and taxes.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process company payroll in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>Calculate and deduct appropriate amounts from payroll including tax deductions and benefits.</li><li>Utilize automated payroll systems similar to ADP for processing payroll and taxes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.</li><li>Reconcile and verify accuracy of payroll and benefit data.</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and handle employee payroll queries.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accurate payroll reports and statements.</li><li>Manage annual payroll audits.</li><li>Stay current with payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data.</li></ul>
2026-10-30T22:23:44Z

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