Precision Payroll Specialist

Simera; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a highly organized Payroll Specialist to manage and support payroll processing activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. You will maintain confidential records and collaborate with HR and Finance to resolve payroll issues.

The role requires strong knowledge of payroll procedures, accuracy, and the ability to handle sensitive information. Remote work is not specified, but attention to compliance and timely processing is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of payroll processing and payroll administration.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong understanding of payroll calculations, deductions, taxes, and benefits.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on time according to established schedules.
• Review and verify employee time records, hours, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and other payroll information.
• Calculate wages, deductions, taxes, benefits, and other payroll adjustments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records.
• Process new hires, terminations, promotions, salary changes, and other employee updates.
• Ensure payroll information is entered correctly into payroll and HR systems.
• Reconcile payroll reports and identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and payroll records.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and other internal teams to resolve payroll-related issues.
• Prepare payroll reports, summaries, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with payroll tax filings, payments, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of payroll transactions and supporting documentation.
• Support payroll audits by providing requested reports and documentation.
• Monitor payroll deadlines and ensure all required activities are completed on schedule.
• Stay informed about changes to payroll policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling employee compensation and personal information.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, accuracy, and efficiency.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Payroll software

HRIS

Job description

Simera is seeking a highly organized Payroll Specialist to manage and support payroll processing activities, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. You will maintain confidential records and collaborate with HR and Finance to resolve payroll issues.

The role requires strong knowledge of payroll procedures, accuracy, and the ability to handle sensitive information. Remote work is not specified, but attention to compliance and timely processing is essential.