Payroll Specialist / Payroll Analyst

Matura Farrington

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 55,104 - 61,992

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prestigious national law firm is seeking a Payroll Specialist and a Payroll Analyst for temporary assignments. These roles require experienced professionals with strong payroll knowledge and attention to detail, ideal for a fast-paced legal environment. The assignments last 6-12 months, offering competitive hourly rates.

Qualifications

Experience in payroll processing or analysis, preferably in legal or professional services.
Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Process multi-state payroll and ensure accurate calculations.
Analyze payroll data for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Payroll Practices

Compliance

Data Analysis

Education

3+ years of payroll processing experience

3–5 years of experience in payroll analysis

Tools

ADP

Paylocity

UltiPro

Microsoft Excel

Workday

UKG

Job description

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A prestigious national law firm is seeking a Payroll Specialist and a Payroll Analyst for two long-term temporary assignments within its finance and HR departments. These roles are ideal for experienced professionals who are highly detail-oriented, possess a strong knowledge of payroll practices, and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven legal or professional services environment. These assignments are estimated to last between 6-12 months.

1. Payroll Specialist – Temporary Assignment

Key Responsibilities:

Process multi-state payroll for attorneys and staff using in-house payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, or UltiPro).
Ensure accurate calculation of wages, tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and bonuses.
Maintain and update employee records, timesheets, and direct deposit information.
Handle payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly and professionally.
Assist with compliance reporting and year-end tax documents (W-2s, etc.).
Support payroll audits and coordinate with HR on onboarding and offboarding processes.
Collaborate with accounting on general ledger entries related to payroll.

Qualifications:

3+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
Familiarity with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
Proficient in payroll software systems and Microsoft Excel.
Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

Compensation:

$40 - 45/hr.

2. Payroll Analyst – Temporary Assignment

Key Responsibilities:

Analyze payroll data for accuracy, compliance, and reporting purposes.
Prepare and maintain internal reports related to payroll metrics, tax filings, and headcount.
Conduct audits and reconciliations of payroll records and GL entries.
Partner with HR, Finance, and Compliance teams to streamline payroll-related processes.
Monitor updates to payroll laws and implement process adjustments as needed.
Assist in data preparation for internal and external audits.

Qualifications:

3–5 years of experience in payroll analysis or related financial reporting role.
Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations, compliance requirements, and payroll accounting.
Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment is a plus.
Experience with ERP systems such as Workday, ADP, or UKG is strongly preferred.

Compensation:

$50 - 55/hr.

Matura Farrington is an EEOC employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all other local, state and federal laws.

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