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Description We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Downey, California. This role involves supporting payroll system implementation, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing training to staff. If you have experience with payroll systems and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and facilitate the implementation of new Human Capital Management software to optimize payroll processes.

• Collaborate with HR, IT, finance teams, and district stakeholders to identify and define system requirements.

• Configure, test, and troubleshoot payroll functionalities within the newly implemented system.

• Conduct data migration, validation, and reconciliation to guarantee accuracy and completeness.

• Develop comprehensive training materials and deliver sessions to payroll staff and end-users.

• Act as the primary liaison between the organization and software vendors to address and resolve system-related issues.

• Ensure all payroll operations comply with relevant regulations, policies, and reporting standards.

• Provide post-implementation support by performing system enhancements and addressing troubleshooting needs. Requirements • Proficiency in accounting software systems, including ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, and Dayforce.

• Experience with payroll functions such as 401k and RRSP administration.

• Strong knowledge of auditing and benefit administration processes.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external vendors.

• Familiarity with data migration and system reconciliation methodologies.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills for delivering training and resolving issues.

• Knowledge of payroll compliance regulations and reporting requirements.

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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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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