We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director to lead payroll operations for a multi-state workforce in Panorama City, California. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance with wage and tax regulations, and improving payroll procedures and controls. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in payroll systems, financial reconciliations, and employee support, along with the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the end-to-end administration of biweekly payroll, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.<br>• Manage payroll records, workflows, and internal controls within the HRIS while maintaining data integrity and compliance with applicable labor regulations.<br>• Direct updates and enhancements to payroll processes and systems in response to regulatory changes, operational needs, and reporting requirements.<br>• Review wage calculations, overtime, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and exemptions in Paylocity to confirm accuracy and legal compliance.<br>• Audit timekeeping and payroll data each cycle, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.<br>• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, reconcile payroll reports each pay period, and balance payroll general ledger accounts at month-end.<br>• Monitor benefit deduction file feeds to verify that payroll withholdings are applied correctly and consistently.<br>• Maintain current employee payroll information in Paylocity, including direct deposit details, tax elections, benefit data, and other required records.<br>• Oversee the distribution of payroll payments, tax documents, garnishments, and required employee notifications in accordance with legal deadlines.<br>• Produce recurring payroll reports for leadership, finance, and human resources and respond to payroll questions from employees and managers.
<p>Payroll Manager</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Carson, CA (On-site)</p><p>Our client is a <strong>growing, dynamic organization</strong> in the Carson area seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Manager</strong> to lead and oversee in-house payroll operations for a large, complex workforce. This is a hands-on leadership role for a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings deep expertise in payroll compliance, union payroll, and multi-state operations.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to partner cross-functionally while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee and manage <strong>in-house payroll processing for 800+ employees</strong>, including union and non-union staff</li><li>Supervise weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy of wages, benefits, garnishments, and tax deductions</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>multi-state payroll tax laws</strong>, wage and hour regulations, and union labor agreements</li><li>Reconcile payroll tax submissions and manage quarterly and annual filings, including <strong>W-2s</strong></li><li>Prepare payroll documentation and reports for audits, workers’ compensation reviews, and union contract requirements</li><li>Serve as the primary escalation point for payroll inquiries and discrepancy resolution</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to support payroll-related initiatives</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to streamline payroll operations and increase efficiency</li><li>Maintain and update payroll systems in alignment with current regulations and company policies</li><li>Train, mentor, and develop payroll staff to support operational excellence and team growth</li></ul><p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li><strong>5+ years of in-house payroll experience</strong>, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities</li><li>Proven experience managing payroll for <strong>large employee populations (1,000+ employees)</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>union payroll</strong>, multi-state payroll compliance, and wage & hour laws</li><li>Experience with payroll tax filings, audits, and regulatory reporting</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Payroll certification (CPP or FPC) preferred</li></ul><p>Why Join?</p><ul><li>Join a <strong>growing and forward-thinking company</strong></li><li>Leadership role with the ability to make an impact</li><li>Stable, long-term opportunity with room for professional growth</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013350130. email resume to [email protected]</p>