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We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a construction-focused organization in Long Beach, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This onsite role, Monday through Friday, is ideal for a payroll specialist who can support high-volume payroll operations while contributing to implementation-related activities and process accuracy. The position calls for someone who can work closely with cross-functional teams, maintain compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and help ensure a smooth and reliable payroll environment.
Job Responsibility
Configure payroll structures such as pay groups, earning and deduction categories, tax settings, and organizational elements while confirming that employee and historical payroll records are loaded accurately
Assist with converting legacy payroll information, balancing prior records, and comparing results during parallel payroll testing to confirm consistency across systems
Carry out system testing, record defects, monitor open issues, and collaborate with payroll, HR, IT, and external partners to resolve problems before launch activities are completed
Maintain visibility into project timelines, key deliverables, pending tasks, and potential risks while documenting workflows and setup decisions for ongoing operational use
Work with internal stakeholders and implementation partners to collect payroll requirements, share progress updates, and raise critical concerns when timely resolution is needed
Review payroll configurations and outputs to verify alignment with federal and state regulations, including tax withholding and wage and hour requirements
Create user support materials such as training guides and job aids, and help educate payroll and HR team members on new processes and system functionality
Support payroll operations during early processing cycles by investigating issues, answering user questions, and helping stabilize daily payroll activity
Validate payroll reports, monitor data integrity, and assist with reconciliations and audit preparation following implementation milestones
Requirements
Proven experience processing full-cycle payroll in a high-volume environment, including payroll populations of more than 500 employees
Hands-on involvement with payroll implementations, including testing, data validation, reconciliation, and issue resolution
Working knowledge of multi-state payroll practices and applicable compliance requirements
Experience with payroll platforms such as Dayforce
familiarity with ADP Workforce Now is also valuable
Ability to analyze payroll data carefully and identify discrepancies across employee records, balances, and reports
Strong coordination and communication skills for working effectively with payroll, HR, IT, and vendor teams
Preferred background supporting union payroll environments
Availability to work onsite Monday through Friday in Long Beach, California
Nice to have
Union payroll experience
What we offer
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance