Contract Payroll Specialist | High-Volume, Workday Expert

Century Group

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 58,000

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

Century Group is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Los Angeles, CA to join a contract engagement. The role handles full cycle payroll processes, ensuring timely and accurate pay for employees across multiple entities.

You will review data, resolve discrepancies, and support audits and reporting. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with high-volume payroll, familiarity with Workday, and the ability to manage data from collection through distribution.

Qualifications

  • Experience handling payroll for high-volume environments.
  • Ability to reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies.
  • Familiarity with payroll regulations and compliance practices.
  • Proficiency with Workday payroll and related systems.
  • Experience supporting multiple payroll entities and organizational structures.

Responsibilities

  • Process full cycle payroll activities to ensure timely and accurate pay.
  • Manage payroll transactions across multiple business units and codes.
  • Review payroll data, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings for accuracy.
  • Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and support employees and stakeholders.
  • Maintain payroll records, prepare reports, and assist audits and payroll projects.

Skills

Payroll experience
High-volume payroll
Workday
Multi-entity payroll
Payroll compliance

Tools

Workday

Job description

Century Group is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Los Angeles, CA to join a contract engagement. The role handles full cycle payroll processes, ensuring timely and accurate pay for employees across multiple entities.

You will review data, resolve discrepancies, and support audits and reporting. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with high-volume payroll, familiarity with Workday, and the ability to manage data from collection through distribution.

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