Payroll Specialist - Multi-State & Compliance Expert

Rrm-Design-Group; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

RRM Design Group is seeking a full-time Payroll Specialist to join the Accounting team in California. You will manage payroll for a multi-state workforce, including prevailing wage payroll, and work closely with the Controller to ensure accurate, compliant payroll operations.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of experience, an Associate Degree in Accounting, and strong MS Office skills, with attention to detail and effective communication. This role supports an inclusive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum four (4) years of experience in payroll or accounting.
• Associates Degree in Accounting required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze problems and provide effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Accurately processing payroll for a multi-state company for exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Processing prevailing wage payroll and related compliance paperwork.
• Reviewing timecards for accuracy and required approvals.
• Staying up to date on payroll laws, including prevailing wage.
• Keeping up to date on policies concerning payroll and timekeeping.
• Reconciling payroll records with accounting and third-party systems.
• Monthly/quarterly/annual payroll reporting.
• Ensuring payroll reporting complies with state and federal laws.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Paylocity

Unanet

Job description

RRM Design Group is seeking a full-time Payroll Specialist to join the Accounting team in California. You will manage payroll for a multi-state workforce, including prevailing wage payroll, and work closely with the Controller to ensure accurate, compliant payroll operations.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of experience, an Associate Degree in Accounting, and strong MS Office skills, with attention to detail and effective communication. This role supports an inclusive, collaborative environment.