Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team as a Senior Payroll Specialist in sunny Bakersfield, CA! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage complex payroll operations for 500+ employees. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
Our ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, ensuring 100% payroll accuracy while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. Enjoy work-life balance with hybrid options and a collaborative culture that values your expertise.
Responsibilities
- Process multi-state payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and year-end reconciliation (1099/W-2)
- Ensure compliance with CA labor laws and FLSA regulations
- Lead payroll audits and implement process improvements
- Collaborate with HR on benefits administration and timekeeping
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive employee data
- Train junior payroll staff on system updates and best practices
Qualifications
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- ADP Workforce Now certification required
- Deep knowledge of CA labor laws and payroll regulations
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP and pivot tables
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
- Proven track record in payroll audits and compliance
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills