Payroll Specialist

Ledgent; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a hybrid role in Claremont, CA. The position pays $25-$30/hr and runs on a 3-month+ temp contract, with a schedule of Monday to Friday, in-office on Mondays and Wednesdays.

The role requires 3-5 years of experience, a degree in accounting, and proficiency in Excel and HRIS (Workday preferred). Strong English communication and background check clearance are required.

Qualifications

• AA or bachelor\'s degree in accounting or related field.
• Full cycle payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office products.
• Familiarity with HRIS (preferably Workday) and electronic timekeeping systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to learn new software and processes.
• Hybrid schedule availability.
• Must pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with backend payroll processing, batches, balancing hours, pay counts, and printing pay checks.
• Reconciling payroll using VLOOKUP in Workday Software.
• Create direct deposit pre-note integration file weekly.
• Monthly internal billing tasks.
• Create Workday and Kronos SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Print off-cycle checks and all payroll checks/advice on request.

Education

AA or bachelor\'s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Workday

Excel

HRIS

Timekeeping system

Cloud-based systems

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Specialist
Location: Claremont, CA
Pay Rate: $25-$30/hr
Schedule: M - F, 8 - 5 HYBRID - 2 days Mon and Wed in office.
Temp - 3 months or more
Experience: 3-5 years

Duties

• Assist with backend Payroll processing, batches, balancing hours, pay counts, printing pay checks, reconciling payroll using VLOOKUP using Workday Software.
• Daily - NOC notification from financial institution (Wells Fargo) deactivate the invalid accounts from employee file.
• Weekly - Create direct deposit pre-note integration file.
• Monthly - Perform internal billing.
• Update payroll internal processing forms. Create Workday and Kronos SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Print off-cycle checks as requested in addition to all entity's payroll checks and advices.

Requirements

• AA or bachelor's degree in accounting or another relevant field.
• Full cycle payroll processing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, with proven strong skills in Excel.
• Familiarity working with an HRIS, preferably Workday, an electronic timekeeping system, and cloud-based systems
• Communicate relevant information clearly and concisely in a timely manner in English in written and verbal form.
• Proficiency in various accounting software systems and other information technology, and the ability to learn new software.
• Must be able to work a Hybrid schedule
• Must be able to pass a background check

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.