Vaco Los Angeles is working with a client who is looking for a Payroll Specialist who will be responsible time keeping records of employees’ hours worked as well as any deductions or withholdings required to comply with state and federal laws in all of our markets.
We also need a professional who is able to work cross-departmentally with accounting to ensure the entire business runs as smoothly as possible.
Responsibilities:
Overseeing administration and processing of multi-state payroll on a biweekly/weekly basis
Record payroll data in our software system and verify all amounts prior to cutting checks
Alter employee tax status as needed as well as any information about withholding
Initiate direct deposits
Change employee banking records when necessary to process payments accurately
Record employee complaints, questions and concerns about payroll services and communicate those issues to HR manager
Maintain compliant policies and procedures for processing payroll checks
Handle incentive compensation and equity-based administration
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field of study preferred but not required
Knowledge of multi-state payroll processing experience
Knowledge of payroll compliance and tax laws across various states
Experience using Ceridian or other very similar HRIS/Payroll system
Microsoft Excel Proficiency
Strong attention to detail required
Familiarity with prevailing wages highly preferred