Payroll Specialist

TTM Technologies, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

HSA/FSA

Accident benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our myHR Services team in Santa Ana, CA. This early-career role focuses on accurate bi-weekly to monthly payroll processing, recordkeeping, and regulatory compliance with a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include data entry, timekeeping review, year-end support, and cross-functional payroll reporting. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential for success in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, HR, or related field.
• 1–3 years of payroll, accounting, or HR administrative experience.
• Demonstrated attention to detail with sensitive data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data entry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payroll under supervision.
• Enter and verify payroll data including new hires, terminations, pay changes, taxes, and deductions.
• Review timekeeping for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with off-cycle payroll adjustments and manual checks.
• Maintain payroll records to comply with laws and company policies.
• Support year-end processes including W-2 preparation and reconciliation.
• Run payroll reports and assist in reconciling accounts and GL entries.
• Provide timely responses to employee payroll inquiries and collaborate with HR/Finance.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

HRIS familiarity

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin/HR

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Workday

Ceridian Dayforce

Paychex

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-driven Payroll Specialist to join our myHR Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to build a strong foundation in payroll operations. Reporting to the Sr. Payroll Manager, in this role you will support accurate and timely payroll processing, maintain employee payroll records, and assist in ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations - all within a collaborative, supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing & Data Entry

• Assist with processing bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payroll for a defined employee population under the guidance of a senior team member
• Enter and verify payroll data including new hire information, terminations, pay rate changes, tax withholdings, and benefit deductions
• Review timekeeping records for completeness and accuracy, following up with managers or employees to resolve discrepancies
• Assist with off-cycle payroll adjustments and manual check requests as needed

Compliance & Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate and organized payroll records in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements
• Assist with ensuring payroll activities comply with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws and tax regulations
• Support year-end payroll processes including W-2 preparation, distribution, and reconciliation
• Help ensure payroll tax filings and remittances are completed accurately and on time
• Flag potential compliance issues to senior team members for review and resolution

Reporting & Reconciliation

• Run standard payroll reports and assist in reconciling payroll accounts and general ledger entries
• Assist in auditing payroll data to identify and correct errors prior to final processing
• Compile and organize data for internal and external audits as requested
• Help prepare ad-hoc reports for HR, Finance, or management as directed

Employee Support & Collaboration

• Respond to routine employee inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, and payroll policies in a timely and professional manner
• Escalate complex or sensitive payroll issues to the appropriate team member
• Work collaboratively with HR and Benefits teams to ensure employee data is accurate and up to date
• Support onboarding processes by setting up payroll information for new hires
• Participate in payroll system testing and process improvement initiatives as opportunities arise

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field - OR equivalent work experience
• Experience: 1-3 years of payroll, accounting, or HR administrative experience (internship or co-op experience considered for entry-level candidates)
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive data with accuracy and discretion
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, data entry, and formatting) and general comfort with software systems
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels
• Organization: Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet recurring deadlines, and maintain organized records

Preferred

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field
• Hands-on experience with payroll software such as ADP Workforce Now, Workday, Ceridian Dayforce, Paychex, or similar platforms
• Basic familiarity with federal and state payroll tax regulations
• Experience with HRIS or timekeeping systems
• Pursuit of or interest in obtaining the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
• Prior exposure to multi-state payroll processing

Core Competencies

Eagerness to Learn

Demonstrates curiosity, receptiveness to feedback, and a proactive approach to professional development

Integrity & Confidentiality

Handles sensitive employee compensation data with professionalism and discretion

Teamwork

Works cooperatively with payroll, HR, and finance colleagues to achieve shared goals

Time Management

Prioritizes effectively to meet recurring payroll deadlines and ad-hoc requests

Problem Solving

Identifies discrepancies and seeks appropriate guidance to resolve issues efficiently

Compensation and Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• accident benefits
• life insurance
• disability benefits
• paid vacation & holidays

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following date of hire. For some positions, only PTO and holiday benefits are offered.

$42,038 - $66,447

Additional compensation: An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on position assignment. Positions hired for alternative shift may be eligible for a shift premium based on the assigned shift and location.

Export Statement:

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition ofForeign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.