Top 963 Payroll specialist Jobs in Downey, Ca

Payroll Specialist
ERC Staffing —Vernon, CA
- $27.36 - $32.95 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Employment & labor law
- English
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick time
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Payroll Specialist
Fuji Food Products —Santa Fe Springs, CA
- $29 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Payroll Coordinator
JVS SoCal —Los Angeles, CA
- $30 - $33 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Employment & labor law
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Payroll Specialist I
Insperity —Brea, CA
- $48,100 - $54,725 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Payroll Specialist
Career Group, Inc —Santa Monica, CA
- $40 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Continuous improvement
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Specialist, Payroll
Los Angeles Dodgers LLC —Los Angeles, CA
- $29 - $31 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
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Payroll Technician I
California State University, Long Beach —Long Beach, CA
- $3,738 - $5,446 a month
- Temporary
- Background check
- Basic math
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
1d
Payroll Specialist
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District —Santa Monica, CA
- $42 an hour
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Payroll Clerk
Costco Wholesale Corporation —Monterey Park, CA
- Office
- Driving
- US work authorization
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Payroll Coordinator - Accounting - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $34.32 - $56.19 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
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HR and Payroll Clerk
Premier Chevrolet of Buena Park —Buena Park, CA
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Dealership
- Computer literacy
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Payroll Technician I
California State University —Long Beach, CA
- Online Application
- Background check
- Basic math
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
1d
Payroll Admin
PLATINUM SECURITY —Los Angeles, CA
- Part-time
- Mid-level
Payroll Specialist
Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. —Santa Fe Springs, CA
- $35 - $41 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
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Payroll Coordinator - Accounting - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
Keck Medical Center of USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $34.32 - $56.19 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Mid-level
- 3 years
1d
Payroll & Billing Specialist
Spread Your Wings, LLC. —Garden Grove, CA
- $28 - $31 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Payroll Specialist
Meruelo Group —Downey, CA
- $29 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
8d
Payroll Specialist
Fashion Nova —Santa Fe Springs, CA
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
5d
Full Cycle Payroll Specialist
Confidential —Cerritos, CA
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Up to 50% travel
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Benefits Administrator
National Services Group, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Payroll Specialist

ERC Staffing
Vernon, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$27.36 - $32.95 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Phone communication
Spreadsheets
ADP
HR legal compliance
Employment & labor law
HR compliance
Productivity software
Payroll reconciliation

Full Job Description

Payroll Specialist

Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Chief People Officer (CPO)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Position Summary

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. This position administers payroll through ADP Workforce Now, maintains employee payroll records, processes new hire and employee changes, reconciles payroll transactions, and partners closely with Human Resources, Accounting, and department managers to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.

The ideal candidate has extensive payroll experience, exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Process weekly, bi-weekly, and/or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule using ADP Workforce Now.
Calculate employee wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, holiday pay, sick pay, vacation pay, and other earnings and deductions.
Verify employee time records and ensure payroll information is complete and accurate before processing.
Process payroll adjustments, retroactive payments, garnishments, wage assignments, and other required deductions.
Maintain employee payroll records and update payroll profiles for new hires, terminations, pay changes, deductions, tax updates, direct deposits, and other personnel changes.
Process new hire payroll information and ensure all required documentation is accurately entered into ADP.
Review payroll reports for accuracy and distribute daily and weekly payroll reports to department managers for verification and corrections.
Reconcile payroll transactions with the general ledger and assist Accounting with payroll-related reconciliations.
Prepare payroll reports, tax reports, and other payroll documentation as requested.
Assist with payroll tax reporting and year-end processing, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation.
Conduct periodic audits of payroll records to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll inquiries promptly and professionally.
Assist Human Resources during internal and external payroll audits.
Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and personnel information.
Stay current on payroll legislation, tax regulations, and ADP system updates.
Collaborate with Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, and Operations to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.
Recommend improvements to payroll processes and procedures to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 3–5 years of full-cycle payroll processing experience.
Minimum of 2 years of experience using ADP Workforce Now required.
Strong understanding of payroll processing, payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and payroll compliance.
Experience processing payroll for multiple departments and/or multiple locations preferred.
Experience with payroll reconciliations and payroll reporting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of ADP Workforce Now and ADP Reporting.
Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to interpret payroll regulations and company policies.
Ability to identify payroll discrepancies and resolve issues efficiently.
Strong customer service skills when assisting employees with payroll-related questions.
Ability to work under pressure and consistently meet payroll deadlines.

Preferred Certifications

The following certifications are preferred but not required:

Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
Ability to communicate effectively by phone, email, and in person.
Occasionally lift and carry up to 15 pounds.

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in an office environment and requires regular use of computers, payroll software, and standard office equipment. The Payroll Specialist must be able to maintain confidentiality while working with sensitive employee and company information.

Pay: $27.36 - $32.95 per hour

Work Location: In person

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