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We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a retail organization in Irvine, California. This is a Contract position focused on managing end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while ensuring compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience handling high-volume payroll and is comfortable working with ADP Workforce Now in a fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibility
Process complete payroll cycles for a large employee population, ensuring all earnings, deductions, and adjustments are calculated correctly and submitted on schedule
Administer multi-state payroll activities with close attention to varying tax rules, labor requirements, and jurisdiction-specific compliance standards
Maintain and update employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now, verifying data accuracy and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner
Review timesheets, supplemental pay, garnishments, benefits deductions, and other payroll inputs to support precise payroll results
Investigate and resolve payroll issues by partnering with internal stakeholders and responding promptly to employee questions
Prepare payroll-related reports, audit payroll output, and identify inconsistencies before final processing
Support ongoing payroll operations for a workforce of more than 500 employees while maintaining confidentiality and data integrity
Requirements
Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll from data review through final processing and post-payroll reconciliation
Hands-on knowledge of multi-state payroll administration and related compliance requirements
Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now and confidence navigating payroll systems efficiently
Background processing payroll for employee populations exceeding 500 individuals
Strong understanding of payroll calculations, deductions, taxes, and reporting practices
High level of accuracy, organization, and discretion when handling sensitive payroll information