Payroll Specialist-- KUMDC5708056

Compunnel Inc.; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll service provider is seeking a Mid-Senior level Payroll Specialist to manage payroll for over 2,100 employees across the United States. The successful candidate will have substantial experience with Ceridian Dayforce Payroll and must demonstrate strong analytical skills, as well as expert knowledge of U.S. tax regulations. This contract position requires exceptional attention to detail and the ability to collaborate with multiple departments to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of U.S. payroll experience with expertise in tax regulations.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Ceridian Dayforce Payroll.
• Proven ability to collaborate across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing for U.S. employees, ensuring compliance.
• Maintain and validate payroll data including new hires and compensation changes.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies for compliance.

Skills

Expert knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations

Hands-on experience with Ceridian Dayforce Payroll

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Excellent written communication skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Ability to build strong partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce Payroll

Workday HCM

Job description

Base pay range: $50.00/hr - $70.00/hr

Duration: 09 Months (Possibility of extension/conversion based on performance and budget)

Client: One of the largest Flash Memory Products manufacturers in the US

Overview

As part of the U.S. Payroll team, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for over 2,100 employees across 35+ states. This position requires strong technical expertise and attention to detail to manage end-to-end payroll operations using Ceridian Dayforce Payroll, while partnering closely with cross‑functional teams such as Benefits, HR, Compensation, Global Mobility, and Stock Plan Administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end payroll processing for U.S. employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain and validate payroll data, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, stock income reporting, fringe benefits, and bonuses.
• Ensure data integrity across multiple systems and collaborate with internal teams to support benefits and retirement processing.
• Partner with global mobility and third‑party providers to manage tax compliance for employees on international assignments.
• Identify operational and regulatory risks, implementing mitigation strategies to ensure compliance.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to employees and resolve payroll‑related inquiries promptly.
• Coordinate with external payroll vendors to ensure seamless service delivery and adherence to company standards.
• Prepare and verify documentation, reports, and declarations for regulatory authorities.
• Collaborate daily with HR and Finance to align payroll processes and resolve issues related to outsourced services.
• Maintain compliance with labor laws, internal audit requirements, and payroll deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7 years of U.S. payroll experience, with expert knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Minimum of 5 years hands‑on experience with Ceridian Dayforce Payroll is required – candidates without this experience will not be considered.
• Experience with Workday HCM (HR system of record) and strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to build strong partnerships and collaborate across functions.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Other

Industries

Semiconductor Manufacturing, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, and Computer Hardware Manufacturing