Hybrid Payroll Specialist — Precision & Compliance

Ampacity; Monterey (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ampacity, LLC, based in California, seeks a Payroll Specialist to manage weekly payroll cycles, garnishments and employee payroll inquiries in a hybrid role with 1-2 days onsite at the Monterey Bay HQ.

The role requires 3+ years of payroll processing experience, proficiency with Excel/Word/Windows, and experience with NetSuite and HeavyJob is a plus. Onsite 1-2 days per week; pay range is $28-$32/hour.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience with deadline-driven cycles.
• Construction payroll experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Windows; NetSuite and HeavyJob (HCSS) experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with ability to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain confidentiality in payroll information.
• Willingness to work onsite 1-2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Calculate weekly per diem, travel and mileage with accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage weekly child support and garnishments; reconcile monthly and close files.
• Process weekly vehicle allowances and payroll advances.
• Monitor unemployment claims and respond to state inquiries promptly.
• Assist with prevailing wage audits and documentation.
• Investigate payroll tax notices and coordinate resolution with team.
• Review quarterly tax reports and reconcile with documents.
• Assist with testing new payroll tax software.
• Provide backup for other payroll team members.
• Collaborate with HR and Accounting on payroll strategies and process improvements.
• Stay updated on payroll laws and compliance.
• Create, update and maintain SOPs and procedures.
• Attend departmental meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication

Tools

NetSuite

HeavyJob (HCSS)

Job description

Ampacity, LLC, based in California, seeks a Payroll Specialist to manage weekly payroll cycles, garnishments and employee payroll inquiries in a hybrid role with 1-2 days onsite at the Monterey Bay HQ.

The role requires 3+ years of payroll processing experience, proficiency with Excel/Word/Windows, and experience with NetSuite and HeavyJob is a plus. Onsite 1-2 days per week; pay range is $28-$32/hour.