Payroll Administrator
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Description We are looking for a skilled Payroll Administrator to join our team in Garden Grove, California. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring accurate payroll processing, compliance with relevant regulations, and effective management of employee benefits. This position is ideal for someone with strong expertise in accounting software and payroll systems who thrives in a detail-oriented environment.
Responsibilities:
• Process and manage payroll operations accurately and on schedule using tools such as ADP Workforce Now and Ceridian.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations while keeping up-to-date with changes.
• Administer and manage employee benefits programs, including 401k and RRSP contributions.
• Generate detailed reports using Crystal Reports and other auditing tools to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and improve efficiency.
• Handle time-tracking software, such as About Time, to ensure employee hours are correctly recorded.
• Conduct audits of payroll processes to identify and address discrepancies or errors.
• Support year-end reporting and tax preparation processes.
• Provide guidance to employees regarding payroll, benefits, and deductions inquiries.
• Continuously review and improve payroll systems and procedures for optimal performance. Requirements • Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now and Ceridian.
• Experience with accounting software and functions, including auditing and benefit administration.
• Knowledge of 401k and RRSP plans and their management.
• Ability to create reports using Crystal Reports or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with time-tracking systems like About Time.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with teams and address employee concerns.
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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