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Job Title: Temporary Payroll and HR Specialist (Affordable Housing Company)

Duration: Temporary Assignment lasting until December 2025 (with the chance to turn permanent for the right candidate!)

About Us:

Our client, a mission-driven affordable housing company committed to improving access to quality housing for all. With a workforce of 120 talented employees based in California, they strive to create an inclusive and supportive work environment while maintaining the highest HR and payroll standards. Seeking a results-oriented Temporary Payroll and HR Specialist who can independently manage day-to-day payroll and HR needs with efficiency and accuracy.

Job Summary:

The Payroll and HR Specialist will play a key role in ensuring an exceptional employee experience by processing payroll, managing benefits, and assisting with various HR tasks. This role demands a self-starter with stand-alone generalist experience who is well-versed in handling payroll, benefits, and employee relations matters. Successful candidates must have experience with bi-weekly payroll processing using ADP Workforce Now (WFN) and California-specific HR practices.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Payroll Administration – Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for 120 California-based employees using ADP Workforce Now (WFN), including tax calculations, deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions.

+ Employee Benefits – Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, troubleshooting benefit-related questions, and ensuring compliance.

+ Employee Relations & Onboarding – Assist with HR tasks such as employee onboarding, addressing employee concerns, and ensuring smooth transitions for hires and terminations.

+ Compliance – Maintain compliance with federal, state (California), and local regulations related to payroll, benefits, and HR, ensuring timely reporting and documentation as needed.

+ Other Administrative Tasks – Support HR policies, file maintenance, and ad hoc project work as required.

Requirements

• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and other payroll systems.

• Strong knowledge of HR compliance, including local and federal regulations.

• Effective communication skills to engage with employees and management.

• Proven ability to manage hiring processes and employee relations.

• Familiarity with ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) and recruitment strategies.

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.

• Previous experience in a similar HR management role.

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