Payroll Specialist

Talent One; California; On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent One is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to maintain payroll information, ensure accurate processing, and support payroll operations in California. You will work closely with the Payroll Manager, process daily payroll transactions, and maintain employee payroll records in full compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, CPP is a plus, bilingual English/Spanish, and proficiency with Paylocity and Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPP certification is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, calculate, and enter data to maintain accurate payroll processing.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate reports.
• Process pay rates vs. piece count calculations with regulatory compliance.
• Execute time and attendance processing and Paylocity interfaces.
• Process year-end reporting (W-2, W-2c) when necessary.
• Update payroll records for exemptions, insurance, deductions, job titles.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPP (Certified Payroll Professional)

Tools

Paylocity

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to maintain payroll information, ensure accurate processing, and support overall payroll operations. In this role, you will work closely with the Payroll Manager, process daily payroll transactions, manage time and attendance systems, and maintain employee payroll records in full compliance with state and federal regulations.

Work Schedule

• Hours: 1st shift (pending confirmation) Between 7 to 3.30 pm or 8 to 4.30 pm Monday to Friday


• Pay Rate: DOE $23 to $26 per hour


• Long Term

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, calculate, and enter data to maintain accurate and timely payroll processing.


• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports.


• Process pay rates vs. piece count calculations ensuring full regulatory compliance.


• Execute time and attendance processing and payroll interfaces using Paylocity.


• Process accurate year-end reporting when necessary (W-2, W-2c, etc.).


• Update payroll records (changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, job titles, and department transfers).


• Resolve payroll discrepancies by analyzing data and answering employee inquiries.


• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee personal and financial information.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification is a plus.


• Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required.


• Software: Strong PC skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and experience with Paylocity (or similar payroll software).


• Knowledge: Working knowledge of payroll best practices and strong familiarity with federal and California state payroll regulations.


• Key Traits: High level of accuracy, strong work ethic, and ability to collaborate in a team environment.