CGP: Payroll Accountant

Century Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Group is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Los Angeles, CA for a contract-to-hire role. The position pays $43.00 to $48.00 per hour and requires experience with multi-state payroll, benefits administration, and strong compliance knowledge.

You will process payroll, maintain records, and collaborate with accounting and finance for month-end closes and reporting. Proficiency in ADP/RAMP and Excel is preferred; confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience processing payroll for a mid-sized employee population in a multi-state or complex payroll environment.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and compliance.
• Experience administering employee benefits, including health, retirement, and related programs.
• Proficient with payroll systems, expense management platforms, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Maintain payroll records, reports, and supporting documentation to support audits, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Administer employee benefit programs and assist with enrollment, changes, deductions, and employee inquiries.
• Review payroll adjustments, special payments, incentive compensation, and other non-routine payroll transactions.
• Partner with accounting and finance teams to support reporting, reconciliations, month-end activities, and payroll-related projects.

Skills

Payroll compliance

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Tools

ADP

RAMP

Microsoft Excel

Expense management platforms

Job description

Payroll Specialist

Los Angeles , CA Contract To Hire Accounting $43/HR to $48/HR 10/07/2026

Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting pay rate of $43.00 to $48.00 per hour.

Job Responsibilities:

Process payroll accurately and on schedule while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Maintain payroll records, reports, and supporting documentation to support audits, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.

Administer employee benefit programs and assist with enrollment, changes, deductions, and employee inquiries.

Review payroll adjustments, special payments, incentive compensation, and other non-routine payroll transactions.

Partner with accounting and finance teams to support reporting, reconciliations, month-end activities, and payroll-related projects.

Requirements:

Previous experience processing payroll for a mid-sized employee population in a multi-state or complex payroll environment.

Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Prior experience administering employee benefits, including health, retirement, and related programs.

Proficiency with payroll systems, expense management platforms, and Microsoft Excel.

Ability to maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and handle confidential employee information with discretion.

Qualifications:

Previous experience with ADP, RAMP, or similar payroll and expense management systems preferred.

Exposure to general ledger processes, payroll reconciliations, accruals, or month-end close activities.

Prior experience supporting audits, regulatory reporting, insurance reviews, or government filings is desirable.

Strong attention to detail, analytical abilities, and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy.

Accounting knowledge, related education, or experience within retail or consumer-focused industries is a plus.

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