Payroll Supervisor

TalentCount; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus potential

Opportunities for career growth

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

TalentCount is seeking a Payroll Supervisor in Brea, California, to manage payroll operations while actively engaging in payroll processing. This role requires overseeing accurate payroll administration across multi-state structures, providing leadership to the payroll team, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of payroll experience, a strong grasp of multi-state regulations, and proficiency with systems like ADP Workforce Now. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, including commission and piece-rate payroll processing.
• Prior experience in a lead or supervisory payroll capacity.
• Strong understanding of multi-state payroll regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing in a multi-state environment.
• Oversee payroll operations while participating in day-to-day payroll processing.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and training to payroll staff.

Skills

Multi-state payroll processing

Leadership

ADP Workforce Now

Advanced Excel

Compliance understanding

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPP or related payroll certification

Job description

At TalentCount, we believe Human Resources is the engine that drives business success, and a strong workplace culture creates the foundation for long-term growth. We take pride in partnering with organizations that value collaboration, accountability, and employee development.

Are you a payroll professional who enjoys balancing leadership responsibilities with hands-on payroll processing? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, compliance, and problem-solving are critical? If so, our client would love to connect with you!

Our client is seeking a Payroll Supervisor to oversee payroll operations while actively participating in day-to-day payroll processing. This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration across multiple states and pay structures while supporting and mentoring a growing payroll team.

Core Duties

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing in a multi-state and multi-entity environment using ADP Workforce Now.
• Review and process a variety of pay structures, including commissions, bonuses, and piece-rate compensation.
• Audit payroll data such as earnings, deductions, timecards, and adjustments to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Handle off-cycle payroll requests, including manual checks, final pay processing, and payroll corrections.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and training to payroll staff while remaining actively involved in payroll operations.
• Support quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor payroll compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations.
• Investigate payroll discrepancies and perform variance analysis between pay periods.
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and IT teams to improve payroll workflows and resolve system-related issues.
• Generate payroll-related reports, analytics, and supporting documentation for leadership and audits.
• Conduct training sessions for field employees and operational teams regarding payroll procedures and wage compliance updates.
• Assist with payroll-related audit requests, including workers’ compensation, benefits, and financial audits.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, including commission and piece-rate payroll processing.
• Prior experience in a lead or supervisory payroll capacity.
• Strong understanding of multi-state payroll regulations, garnishments, and wage compliance requirements.
• Experience processing payroll independently with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with payroll systems; ADP Workforce Now experience is highly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and payroll data analysis.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• CPP certification or related payroll certification is considered an asset.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.

Why Join

• Competitive compensation with bonus potential.
• Opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment with supportive leadership.

Compensation: $110,000-125,000/yr