Payroll Specialist Temporary

Spherion Staffing Corporation; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spherion Staffing Corporation in San Jose, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a temporary 2–3 month assignment. You will support core payroll processing, timecard verification, and certified payroll compliance for public works projects.

Responsibilities include preparing and submitting certified payroll reports, ensuring DIR compliance, and using platforms like LCPtracker or Elations to maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements.
• Familiarity with public works compliance and DIR regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and verify timecards efficiently and accurately.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports per state and federal rules.
• Maintain compliance with prevailing wage guidelines and DIR regulations for public works.
• Utilize payroll/compliance platforms to keep precise documentation.

Skills

Payroll & Compliance

Technical Skills

Core Competencies

Tools

LCPtracker

Elations

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Details

• ** Standard Work Hours:** 8.0 hours/day
• ** Shift Schedule:** Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• ** Assignment Duration:** Temporary Contract (Estimated 2 – 3 months)

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a temporary 2-to-3-month assignment. This role is responsible for supporting core payroll processing, timecard verification, and ensuring certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance for public works projects.

Core Responsibilities

• Process payroll efficiently and conduct accurate timecard reviews.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in accordance with state and federal standards.
• Maintain compliance with prevailing wage guidelines and Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) regulations for public works projects.
• Utilize specialized payroll and compliance platforms to maintain accurate documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• ** Payroll & Compliance:** Experience with certified payroll reporting, prevailing wage requirements, and public works compliance.
• ** Technical Skills:** Familiarity with compliance software (such as LCPtracker, Elations, or similar platforms) is a plus.
• ** Core Competencies:** Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and reliable time management abilities.

Company Description

For over 80 years, we’ve pioneered workforce solutions that help businesses scale and job seekers thrive. As a national recruiting enterprise with a local office in Milpitas, CA, we combine global talent capabilities with dedicated, hands-on regional support.

Company Description

For over 80 years, we’ve pioneered workforce solutions that help businesses scale and job seekers thrive. As a national recruiting enterprise with a local office in Milpitas, CA, we combine global talent capabilities with dedicated, hands-on regional support.