• Payroll Administrator

    Robert Half Accountemps (Concord, CA)


    Description

    One of our clients is looking for a payroll administrator for a contract opportunity.

     

    + Process end-to-end payroll for hourly, salaried, and contract employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across multiple pay cycles (weekly, bi-weekly, etc.).

    + Maintain and update payroll records for new hires, terminations, and employee changes such as promotions, wage adjustments, and benefit elections.

    + Calculate and process overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and garnishments.

    + Audit payroll data for errors and inconsistencies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws.

    + Manage payroll tax filings and ensure timely submission of tax payments and reports.

    + Collaborate with the HR and Accounting teams to ensure alignment on employee compensation, benefits, and reconciliations.

    + Provide payroll reports and answer employee inquiries about pay, taxes, and deductions in a timely and professional manner.

    + Assist in improving the payroll process, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring best practices are followed.

    Requirements

    + 2-4 years of experience as a Payroll Administrator or similar payroll position.

    + Proficiency in payroll software systems such as ADP, UltiPro, Workday, or similar platforms.

    + Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing and compliance requirements.

    + Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations and deductions, including FLSA, ACA, and IRS guidelines.

    + Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) and excellent attention to detail.

    + Ability to work under deadlines and manage confidential information with discretion.

    Preferred but not Required:

    + CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification.

    + Experience with union payroll and collective bargaining agreements.

     

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