Payroll Specialist

EMPRO US; Pico Rivera (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EMPRO is seeking a seasoned Payroll Specialist to process multi-state payroll using Dayforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance with FLSA and wage laws. The role requires 5+ years of experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

The position is contract to hire and based in California, with a focus on confidentiality and process improvement. Join EMPRO to support payroll operations, audits, garnishments, and HR collaboration while maintaining data integrity and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience.
• Strong working knowledge of FLSA, overtime calculations, and wage and hour laws.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and timeliness.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll accurately and on schedule using Dayforce
• Review and audit timecards, pay codes, PTO, and sick time to ensure data integrity
• Process new hires, terminations, retro pay, commissions, and bonuses
• Handle payroll corrections, off-cycle checks, and pay adjustments
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, wage and hour laws, and company policies
• Respond to employee payroll and timekeeping inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
• Support payroll reporting, internal and external audits, and record retention requirements
• Partner with HR to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Manage end-to-end garnishment processing, including new setups, ongoing maintenance, and terminations
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll and employee data at all times
• Support process improvement initiatives

Skills

Payroll processing

FLSA knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

_ ** Contract to Hire Position**_

** Key Responsibilities**

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll accurately and on schedule using Dayforce
• Review and audit timecards, pay codes, PTO, and sick time to ensure data integrity
• Process new hires, terminations, retro pay, commissions, and bonuses
• Handle payroll corrections, off-cycle checks, and pay adjustments
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, wage and hour laws, and company policies
• Respond to employee payroll and timekeeping inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
• Support payroll reporting, internal and external audits, and record retention requirements
• Partner with HR to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Manage end-to-end garnishment processing, including new setups, ongoing maintenance, and terminations
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll and employee data at all times
• Support process improvement initiatives

** Qualifications**

• 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
• Strong working knowledge of FLSA, overtime calculations, and wage and hour laws
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and timeliness
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills

** Preferred Qualifications**

• Hands-on Dayforce payroll experience
• Component pay or complex pay structure experience
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
• Experience supporting union payroll populations

Company Description

EMPRO is a premier staffing firm specializing in placing top-tier manufacturing and technical talent. Known for speed, precision, and quality, EMPRO delivers highly qualified candidates quickly—saving companies time while ensuring the right fit every time. EMPRO partners closely with both clients and candidates to create long-term, successful placements.

Company Description

EMPRO is a premier staffing firm specializing in placing top-tier manufacturing and technical talent. Known for speed, precision, and quality, EMPRO delivers highly qualified candidates quickly—saving companies time while ensuring the right fit every time. EMPRO partners closely with both clients and candidates to create long-term, successful placements.