Job Description
Description
We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Atwater, California. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise in payroll management and reconciliation. You will play a vital role in ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance with union reporting requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Process biweekly payroll for a team of 19 employees with precision and attention to detail.
- Perform payroll reconciliation between internal systems to maintain accuracy and consistency.
- Prepare certified payroll reports as needed, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Manage union reporting, including preparation and timely submission of payments.
- Handle 401K processing and reconciliation between internal systems and Paychex.
- Prepare conditional and unconditional waivers and releases for vendors and the organization.
- Set up employee deductions, including medical benefits, 401K contributions, tool programs, and final paychecks.
- Complete commission sheets and accurately input data into Microsoft Excel.
- Monitor and track employee vacation requests and absences to maintain accurate records.
For immediate consideration contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.
Requirements - Minimum of three years of experience in payroll processing and related functions.
- Strong knowledge of union payroll processes and reporting requirements.
- Proficiency in managing benefit functions, including deductions and reconciliations.
- Experience in handling certified payroll reporting and compliance.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data entry and reconciliation tasks.
- Familiarity with Successware and Paychex systems is highly preferred.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills to meet deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with team members and vendors.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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