Payroll Specialist-- SAHDC5698016

Compunnel Inc.; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Payroll Specialist/Administrator I for a hands-on payroll support contract in Brea, CA. Responsibilities include payroll data entry, validating time and attendance, and generating Excel reports. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of payroll experience and be comfortable working onsite. This position is contract-based and suitable for junior to mid-level payroll professionals, with an emphasis on detail and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on payroll experience.
• Experience with payroll systems, preferably ADP.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work fully onsite.
• Suitability for junior to mid-level payroll professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support payroll processing and data entry.
• Review and validate time and attendance records.
• Assist with payroll audits and compliance reporting.
• Run and format payroll/HR reports using Excel.
• Support daily payroll operations for the Pay and Benefits team.

Tools

ADP

Job description

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Base pay range

$25.00/hr - $30.00/hr

Payroll Specialist/Administrator I (Contract)

Brea, CA (Onsite; also open to Hebron, KY or Cleveland, OH) | Full-time, 40 hours/week | Contract: December 2025 – February 2026 | Pay: Under $30/hour

Job Summary

Seeking a Payroll Specialist/Administrator I for a hands‑on payroll support contract. Responsibilities include payroll data entry, time and attendance validation, and Excel reporting. This is not an analyst role; ideal candidates will thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support payroll processing and data entry.
• Review and validate time and attendance records.
• Assist with payroll audits and compliance reporting.
• Run and format payroll/HR reports using Excel.
• Support daily payroll operations for the Pay and Benefits team.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands‑on payroll experience.
• Experience with payroll systems (ADP preferred).
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work fully onsite.
• Contract position through February 2026.
• Onsite only (no remote/hybrid options).
• Suitable for junior to mid‑level payroll professionals.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Manufacturing