Payroll Specialist

APM Terminals; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off and more

Job summary

Maersk, a global logistics leader, is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Santa Fe Springs, CA. You will handle accurate payroll processing and ensure compliance while partnering with HR, Finance and operations to optimize workflows.

The role requires 3–5 years of payroll experience, ADP familiarity, and advanced Excel skills. You’ll contribute to process improvements in a fast-paced, international environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with ADP payroll systems.
• Strong understanding of payroll practices and legislation.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reconciliation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage pre-payroll, on-cycle payroll, and off-cycle processing.
• Review and reconcile time records and payroll data.
• Process overtime, holiday pay, PTO, and retroactive adjustments.
• Investigate payroll discrepancies and inquiries.
• Support reconciliations, reports, audits, and year-end activities.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Operations and People Partners.
• Identify risks and suggest process improvements.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Tools

ADP

Job description

About Maersk

At Maersk, we’re transforming global supply chains through end-to-end integrated logistics. As a global leader in connecting and simplifying trade, we help businesses move goods seamlessly across ocean, air, landside transportation, and warehousing, all supported by cutting edge technology and an extensive global network. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and able to be themselves. Our team members come from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we value the unique strengths each person contributes. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our People Services & Operations team in Santa Fe Springs, California. In this role, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable legislation. You will partner closely with HR, Finance, Operations, and People Partners to support payroll execution, resolve employee inquiries, drive process improvements, and help maintain a high standard of payroll accuracy and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to grow their career within a global organization.

What We Offer

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a truly international company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with passionate colleagues around the world, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment.

Through the training and support we provide and learning on the job, you will have the chance to truly take your career all the way. Work with a global organization committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Access comprehensive healthcare benefits, retirement savings plans, and employee support programs. Gain exposure to payroll operations, compliance, controls, and cross-functional collaboration across the business. Benefit from ongoing learning opportunities and career development within a global logistics leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage pre-payroll, on-cycle payroll, and off-cycle payroll processing activities.
• Review, validate, and reconcile employee time records and payroll data.
• Process overtime, statutory holiday pay, paid time off, retroactive adjustments, and other payroll transactions.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll inquiries.
• Support payroll reconciliations, reporting activities, audits, and year-end processes.
• Partner with HR, Operations, Finance, and People Partners to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.
• Identify payroll risks, support control requirements, and recommend process improvements.

Who We Are Looking For

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience working with ADP payroll systems.
• Strong understanding of payroll practices and applicable employment standards legislation.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze and reconcile payroll data.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Santa Fe Springs, California (Site-Based)
• Salary: $70,000 - $75,000*

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and more.

*The stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary and may be adjusted based on market conditions, experience, and location. Final compensation will be discussed directly with the selected candidate(s) in compliance with all applicable laws.

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A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world. For more information click here. All the way.