Payroll Specialist

Paycom - ATS; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Stockton, CA is seeking an Entry level Payroll Specialist to support daily payroll operations under the Payroll Administrator. You will ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with state and federal laws.

The role involves data entry, timekeeping help, and assisting with payroll adjustments, training, and inquiries. A high school diploma and basic MS Office skills are required, with experience in payroll preferred.

Qualifications

• Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive payroll data.
• Acts with strategic thinking to align payroll processes with policy.
• Communicates clearly in writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily Payroll department operations.
• Provides timekeeping support to staff (time card corrections, paid time off requests).
• Assists in collecting payroll adjustments (expense and mileage reimbursements).
• Resolves direct deposit issues for employees.
• Assists in staff training on payroll topics (time and attendance).
• Responds to payroll inquiries in a timely manner.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

Skills

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Conflict resolution

Oral communication

Writing skills

Learning agility

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Stockton - Stockton, CA 95207-5239, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Finance, Who We Are

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Payroll Administrator, the Payroll Specialist assists to make sure payroll is processing timely, accurately, and in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations by performing a variety of activities from data entry to research of most current labor laws.

Essential Job Functions

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs daily Payroll department operations
• Provides timekeeping support to staff (time card corrections, paid time off requests, etc.)
• Assists in collecting and entering necessary payroll adjustments (e.g. employee expense and mileage reimbursements)
• Resolves employee direct deposit information issues
• Assists in staff training and development around payroll-specific topics (e.g. time and attendance)
• Responds to payroll inquiries from staff in a timely manner
• Compiles data around missed punches, meal premiums, split shift premiums
• Reviews organization policies, procedures, and practices related to payroll and makes recommendations for improvement
• Assists in ensuring organization-wide compliance with federal, state, and local legislation pertaining to payroll
• Participates in developing department objectives, goals, and systems, and in planning of corresponding activities
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service trainings, projects, and committees as assigned
• Adheres to organization practices, procedures, and policies
• May require occasional use of personal vehicle.

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Highest degree of confidentiality
• Strong attention to detail and ability to 'see the big picture' (think strategically)
• Ability to consider the needs and wants of others besides self
• Conflict recognition/resolution and negotiation skills
• High sense of responsibility and proactive problem solving
• Proficient knowledge of computer skills including but not limited to MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of general office procedures, equipment, and filing systems
• Excellent writing skills
• Effective oral communication
• Ability to quickly learn department goals, services, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of general office procedures, equipment and filing systems

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The working conditions and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to access all areas of the center throughout the workday
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally, 15 pounds frequently, and 7 pounds constantly; required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 25 pounds
• Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent sitting, standing, walking and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead; squatting and kneeling
• Work is generally performed in an indoor, well-lighted, well-ventilated, heated, and air-conditioned environment

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of payroll-related experience, preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population

Education and Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Some college, preferred
• Is medically cleared for communicable diseases and has all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact.

Core Values

• CARE is central to what we do, prioritizing the well-being, dignity, and independence of our senior participants.
• COMPASSION in every interaction, ensuring kindness, empathy, and understanding guide our care.
• CULTURE that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve and fosters a workplace where every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered to grow.
• COMMUNITY that fosters connection, belonging, and support for participants and their families.
• COMMITMENT to quality improvement, innovation, and delivering healthier outcomes.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.