Payroll

We are partnering with a San Diego-based organization seeking a Contract Payroll Specialist to support their team during a period of growth and increased payroll demands. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who can quickly step in, learn new systems, and ensure payroll is processed accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate has experience handling high-volume payroll, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees
• Review timesheets, payroll changes, deductions, and earnings for accuracy
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity
• Process new hires, terminations, garnishments, bonuses, and other payroll adjustments
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Reconcile payroll reports and identify discrepancies
• Assist with payroll tax reporting and year-end activities
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Partner with HR and Accounting teams to support payroll-related initiatives
• Assist with special projects and system implementations as needed

3+ years of payroll processing experience Experience with ADP, Paychex, UKG, Workday, Dayforce, or similar payroll systems Knowledge of California payroll laws and wage-and-hour regulations Strong Excel skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines Excellent communication and problem-solving skills