Payroll Specialist

Los Angeles, CA


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Type: Contract-to-Hire

Category: Finance and Accounting

Reference ID: 10058029

Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/VMMsRt


Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Compensation: $32 - $35 / Hour

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).


About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Analyst to join our team and ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll for a large, multi-state employee base. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has hands-on expertise in full-cycle payroll operations. The Payroll Analyst will work closely with HR, Finance, and external partners to maintain compliance, support audits, and deliver excellent service to employees.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process bi-weekly, full-cycle payroll for 500+ employees across multiple states using ADP Workforce Now (WFN).
  • Prepare, review, and reconcile payroll journal entries for month-end close and financial reporting.
  • Manage garnishments, deductions, 403(b) contributions, PTO, and terminations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Conduct payroll audits, reconcile payroll tax filings (W-2, 941), and respond to agency notices as needed.
  • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to resolve discrepancies, answer employee inquiries, and support process improvements.
  • Utilize Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) to perform payroll reporting, variance analysis, and reconciliations.
  • Assist with payroll system implementations, upgrades, and testing as required.

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of hands-on, full-cycle payroll experience with 500+ employees.
  • Strong knowledge of ADP Workforce Now required.
  • Experience with multi-state payroll processing and 403(b) retirement plan administration.
  • Proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
  • Familiarity with payroll audits, compliance, and reconciliations.
  • Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage sensitive data with confidentiality.

Preferred Experience (Nice-to-Haves):

  • Payroll system implementation or upgrade experience.
  • Previous experience in an education or nonprofit environment.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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