Payroll Specialist — Grow with a Global Tech Manufacturer

El Camino Health; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Accident benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join the myHR Services team and support accurate, timely payroll processing for a defined employee population.

You will maintain payroll records, assist with regulatory compliance, and collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity. Your role will involve timekeeping review, end-of-year activities like W-2s, and responding to routine employee inquiries with professionalism, while building a solid foundation in payroll operations

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field — OR equivalent work 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
• 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, Integrity & Confidentiality, Teamwork, Time Management, Problem Solving

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

Skills

Payroll processing

Data entry

Compliance

Timekeeping

Audit support

Education

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

Equivalent work experience

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Workday

Ceridian Dayforce

Paychex

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join the myHR Services team and support accurate, timely payroll processing for a defined employee population.

You will maintain payroll records, assist with regulatory compliance, and collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity. Your role will involve timekeeping review, end-of-year activities like W-2s, and responding to routine employee inquiries with professionalism, while building a solid foundation in payroll operations