Payroll Specialist

Perfect Timing Personnel Services; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 54,676; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Flexible schedule

Job summary

A respected educational organization located in San Rafael, CA, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to handle payroll processing and records. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of payroll experience, preferably in a public sector environment, and must show strong attention to detail. This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $34–$39.69 and a flexible schedule to accommodate diverse needs.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of hands-on payroll experience, preferably public sector.
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process regular, variable, and supplemental payrolls.
• Ensure accuracy of payroll data and compliance with laws.
• Administer employee leaves and benefits.
• Maintain payroll records and support reporting requirements.
• Serve as a resource for payroll and retirement matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Communication

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Google Suite

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Payroll Specialist – San Rafael – Onsite – $34–$39.69/hour

Respected education organization has an immediate need for a Payroll Specialist.

Are you looking to take your payroll experience into a rewarding environment? Wonderful opportunity to step into a key role as the current Payroll Specialist prepares for retirement.

If you're precise, detail-oriented, and enjoy supporting the people behind the numbers, this role offers a dynamic setting where you'll interact with a wide range of staff. With over 200 employees on multiple payroll cycles, you'll enjoy busy days, diverse responsibilities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

• Generous benefits and a flexible schedule to accommodate commute hours
• Fingerprint and criminal background clearance required prior to starting

Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process regular, variable, and supplemental payrolls
• Ensure accuracy of payroll data and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Administer employee leaves and health & welfare benefits, including open enrollment and premium collection
• Maintain payroll records and support reporting requirements (ACA, EDD, US Census, GASB, etc.)
• Serve as a resource for staff and external agencies regarding payroll and retirement matters
• Participate in payroll-related meetings and trainings
• Collaborate with HR and finance leadership on payroll-related matters
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all employee-related transactions

Payroll Specialist Qualifications:

• 2–3+ years of hands‑on payroll experience (public sector or similar environment a plus)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Suite; open to learning new systems
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team‑oriented environment
• Comfortable working with a variety of personalities across departments

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Location: San Rafael, CA