Payroll Specialist

Jobot Consulting; Fowler (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Payroll Specialist to join our team in Fresno, CA. This temporary-to-hire, full-time on-site role in South Fresno reports to the HR Manager and offers growth within a stable company.

You will manage all payroll processing for union and non-union employees, ensure timely updates for hires and terminations, prepare records, and support audits while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in payroll or related field.
• Experience with Paychex and other payroll systems.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal payroll regulations.
• Experience with garnishments, union/non-union payroll, taxes, and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Meet deadlines and stay organized.
• Strong communication and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing for employees (union and non-union), including wages, deductions, sick pay, vacation, and accruals.
• Ensure timely processing of updates for new hires, terminations, and pay-rate changes.
• Prepare and maintain payroll records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and best practices.
• Facilitate audits by providing records to auditors.
• Suggest updates to payroll software, systems, and procedures.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll reconciliations.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting for accurate financial reporting and statutory compliance.
• Handle payroll tax, garnishments, and related activities.
• Participate in special projects as required.

Skills

Payroll processing

Compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPP designation a plus

Tools

Paychex

MS Excel

HRIS

Job description

Payroll Specialist in Fresno, CA! Great opportunity to sharpen your skills.

Salary: $20 - $25 per hour

We are a food processing and manufacturing organization with multiple locations, we have an established team, and pride ourselves on providing quality products to businesses throughout the world.

The Payroll Specialist is a temporary-to-hire opportunity working full-time hours, Monday through Friday, on-site in South Fresno.

Why join us?

• Full-time hours with the ability to work overtime.


• Stable company


• Development under the direction of the HR Manager

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Consulting Payroll Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing for our diverse client base. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to providing the highest level of service and support to our clients. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of payroll procedures and regulations, as well as an ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• 1. Oversee and manage all aspects of payroll processing for employees (union and non-union), including but not only limited to, wages, deductions, sick pay, vacation time, and accruals.


• 2. Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.


• 3. Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.


• 4. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.


• 5. Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.


• 6. Identify and recommend updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.


• 7. Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll reconciliations.


• 8. Work closely with HR and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and statutory compliance.


• 9. Handle payroll tax, garnishments, union and non-union issues, and other payroll-related activities.


• 10. Participate in special projects as required.

Qualifications

• 1. A minimum of 2+ years of experience in payroll or a related field.


• 2. Proficient with Paychex and other payroll systems.


• 3. Comprehensive understanding of local, state, and federal payroll and tax regulations.


• 4. Experience with garnishments, union and non-union payroll, compensation, payroll taxes, employee records, wages, calculations, evaluations, manual checks, vacation time, sick pay, accrual, deductions, reporting, tracking, benefits, EEOC, and monthly reporting.


• 5. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.


• 6. Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.


• 7. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• 8. High level of accuracy and attention to detail.


• 9. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.


• 10. Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field is preferred.


• 11. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus.


• 12. Experience in managing and completing projects is required.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.