Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in sunny San Diego and make an immediate impact! We're seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to process accurate and timely payroll for 500+ employees across multiple states. This is your opportunity to leverage your expertise in compliance, systems, and employee relations while working with cutting-edge HRIS platforms. Enjoy a collaborative environment where your contributions directly shape our company's financial operations.
Our ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced settings, possesses deep knowledge of multi-state tax regulations, and excels at problem-solving. You'll work closely with HR and finance departments to ensure seamless payroll processing while maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance. We offer competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees across multiple states using ADP Workforce Now
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations including garnishments and deductions
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare quarterly/yearly tax filings (941, 940, state unemployment)
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies with employees and external agencies
- Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS system and manage payroll data integrity
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and benefits administration
- Generate payroll reports for finance and executive teams
- Stay updated on FLSA, ACA, and other labor law changes affecting payroll
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with multi-state compliance
- ADP Workforce Now certification or equivalent HRIS expertise
- Proficiency in Excel with advanced formula knowledge (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
- Familiarity with multi-state tax regulations and garnishment processing
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to handle sensitive information with absolute confidentiality
- Experience with year-end processing (W-2s, 1099s)