• Payroll Administrator

    Robert Half Accountemps (Buena Park, CA)


    Description

    We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our client's team on a contract basis in Buena Park, California. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in payroll processing and reconciliation, as well as familiarity with accounting practices. The position is hybrid, with in-office work required on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

    Key Accountabilities Include

    • Ensure accurate and timely payroll activities

    • Ensure payroll is compliant with company policies, procedures, and federal/state/local regulations

    • Ensure timely and accurate resolution to time & attendance system, payroll, and end user issues

    • Support achievement of Payroll’s goals and KPIs

    • Support accurate time off balance

    • Ensure quality of the data stored in Payroll systems

    • Ensure tax and reportable wage calculations are correct

    Primary Responsibilities Include

    • Process regular biweekly payroll and approve time off balances

    • Update/import/verify employee information in time and attendance system, 401(k) Plan Sponsor website, and HRIS system

    • Responsible for new employee tax process from first day through first payroll check

    • Run exception reports and review payroll system dashboard

    • Responsible for temporaries invoices and reporting

    • Complete VOE requests, BLS reporting

    • Run back-office reports to prepare, file, and request payment for worker’s comp

     

    Requirements • Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing.

     

    • Familiarity with multi-state payroll regulations and practices.

    • Proficiency in using UKG Pro and Kronos payroll systems.

    • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

    • Experience handling payroll for medium-sized organizations (101-500 employees).

    • Background in payroll reconciliation and accounting.

    • Ability to generate reports using Cognos BI or similar tools.

    • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

     

    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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