Payroll Specialist

Vaco by Highspring; California; On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare industry is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage multi-state payroll processes and ensure compliance with laws. This entry-level position involves collaborating with accounting and HR, addressing employee inquiries, and maintaining payroll records. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and experience with payroll systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with ADP preferred.
• Knowledge of multi-state payroll processing and compliance laws.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration and processing of multi-state payroll.
• Record payroll data and verify amounts prior to issuing checks.
• Maintain compliant payroll policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of multi-state payroll processing

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Tools

ADP

Payroll systems

Job description

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Vaco Los Angeles is seeking a Payroll Specialist responsible for maintaining employee timekeeping records, managing deductions and withholdings to ensure compliance with applicable laws, and collaborating cross-departmentally with accounting to ensure smooth business operations. This is a temporary on-site role in Westwood, CA, with a pay rate of up to $35/hr.

Responsibilities:

1. Oversee administration and processing of multi-state payroll on a biweekly/weekly basis.
2. Record payroll data in our software system and verify all amounts prior to issuing checks.
3. Adjust employee tax status and withholding information as needed.
4. Initiate direct deposits and update employee banking records as necessary.
5. Address employee questions and concerns regarding payroll and communicate issues to HR.
6. Maintain compliant payroll policies and procedures.
7. Handle incentive compensation and equity-based administration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (preferred but not required).
• Experience with ADP preferred.
• Knowledge of multi-state payroll processing and compliance laws.
• Experience with various payroll systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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