Payroll Specialist

CV Resources; Burbank (CA); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm seeks a Payroll Specialist for an interim position near Burbank. This hybrid role involves processing payroll, ensuring compliance with multi-state wage laws and taxes, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of payroll experience, an associate or bachelor's degree, and proficiency with ADP Workforce. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving are necessary. The compensation ranges from $35-$45/hour for this temporary role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on, multi-state payroll processing experience.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state wage and hour laws, payroll tax compliance.
• Payroll Tax Experience.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and timely.
• Review and reconcile employee timecards.
• Calculate and issue payroll checks and bonuses.
• Audit staffing agency invoices.
• Research payroll discrepancies.
• Maintain secure payroll records.
• Support tax filings and audit documentation.

Skills

ADP Workforce

Superb written and verbal skills

High-volume processing capability with excellent accuracy

Collaboration with HR, Accounting, and operations

Strong communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree

Tools

ADP Workforce

Workday

Job description

Senior Executive Recruiter at CV Resources (CFO, IT, & HR Talent Solutions).[phone]; [e-mail]

Our East San Fernando Valley client seeks a talented Payroll Specialist to join their Corporate Finance and Accounting Team on an interim basis.

Location: near Burbank Job Status – Temp of at least three (3) months. Job Site Status – Hybrid Status (3 days/week in the office) Compensation – $35-$45/hour

Responsibilities of the Payroll Specialist

Payroll

• Process payroll to ensure accurate hours, earnings, deductions, and taxes.
• Review and reconcile employee timecards, PTO balances, and personnel changes in alignment with company policies and wage/hour laws.
• Calculate and issue final checks, bonuses, manual checks, and off-cycle payments.
• Audit staffing agency invoices and confirm accurate 401(k) contributions, deductions, and other benefit-related adjustments.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies by partnering with HR, Accounting, and department supervisors.
• Maintain secure and confidential employee payroll records while generating payroll summaries and ad hoc reports.
• Support quarterly and annual payroll activities, including tax filings, W-2 preparation, and audit documentation.
• Serve as a payroll resource to employees, responding to questions related to deductions, timekeeping, and pay.

Payroll Tax

• Calculate and withhold federal (income, FICA), state, and local taxes.
• Pay payroll taxes to the appropriate government agency.
• Respond to any relevant inquiries by the IRS or State Tax Board.
• Accept all relevant tasks as given by upper management.

Qualifications of the Payroll Specialist

Required

• Associate or bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of hands‑on, multi‑state payroll processing experience.
• Strong knowledge of multi‑state wage and hour laws, payroll tax compliance, and benefit deduction processing.
• Payroll Tax Experience.

Preferred

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Designation

Skills of the Payroll Specialist

Required

Technical

• ADP Workforce

Interpersonal

• Superb written and verbal skills
• High‑volume processing capability with excellent accuracy and consistency.
• Ability to collaborate with HR, Accounting, and operations teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Strong communication skills when supporting employees and responding to payroll inquiries.
• Proactive problem‑solving approach and ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred

• Workday

For further information, submit your resume to [e-mail]. All inquiries will be kept in the strictest confidence.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Human Resources and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Entertainment Providers

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