Client-Facing Payroll Specialist (Hybrid, Carlsbad)

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Carlsbad, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Htprof in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join the payroll team in a high-touch, client-facing role. You will manage biweekly payrolls, review client data for accuracy, and resolve discrepancies while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring timely payroll processing.

The role emphasizes understanding payroll processes, onboarding new clients, and collaboration with the payroll tax team. This is a hybrid, full-time position with career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on payroll experience, including biweekly payroll processing.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and calculations.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving payroll discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll processing for an assigned portfolio of clients, including recurring biweekly payrolls.
• Review payroll information submitted by clients and validate accuracy.
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation.
• Provide white-glove, proactive client experience and meet deadlines.

Skills

Payroll processing

Client service

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Htprof in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join the payroll team in a high-touch, client-facing role. You will manage biweekly payrolls, review client data for accuracy, and resolve discrepancies while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring timely payroll processing.

The role emphasizes understanding payroll processes, onboarding new clients, and collaboration with the payroll tax team. This is a hybrid, full-time position with career growth opportunities.