• Payroll Clerk

    Robert Half Accountemps (San Diego, CA)


    Description

    Are you detail-oriented, organized, and ready to put your payroll expertise to work? Robert Half is actively seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk to join one of our trusted clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys playing a critical role in ensuring payroll and compliance accuracy for employees.

    Day-to-Day Responsibilities

    + Process payroll for full-time, part-time, temporary, and/or contract employees with accuracy and efficiency.

    + Collect, verify, and enter employee time and attendance data using payroll software.

    + Ensure proper deduction of taxes, benefits, and garnishments in accordance with state and federal laws.

    + Maintain and update employee payroll records, including wage adjustments, promotions, and new hires.

    + Respond promptly and professionally to payroll-related inquiries from employees and management.

    + Prepare payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements.

    + Assist with reconciling payroll discrepancies and resolving errors to maintain data integrity.

    + Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure seamless payroll operations and compliance.

    Requirements

    + 1-3 years in a payroll or related accounting/finance role; familiarity with payroll systems preferred.

    + High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field is a plus.

    + Proficiency in payroll software (such as ADP, QuickBooks, or UltiPro) and intermediate Excel skills, including formulas and pivot tables.

    + Solid understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance best practices.

    + Strong attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, confidentiality, and excellent time management

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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