Payroll Specialist
Los Angeles
Client Opportunities – Accounting /
On-site
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
Payroll Specialist
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a growing team. This individual will be responsible for supporting all aspects of payroll processing, compliance, and reporting. The role involves preparing and reviewing payroll data, managing deductions, ensuring adherence to wage and hour regulations, and assisting leadership with payroll-related procedures. This position also provides support with benefit and retirement plan administration.
Responsibilities
- Process multiple payrolls accurately and on time using payroll systems.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll reports (payroll summaries, PTO accruals, tax and benefit deductions, etc.).
- Maintain payroll systems, audit records, and ensure data integrity.
- Monitor compliance with state and federal wage/hour laws and company policies.
- Support benefit and retirement plan deductions and reporting.
- Manage wage garnishments and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assist with payroll audits and respond to related inquiries.
- Partner with leadership to ensure clear communication on payroll procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and compliance practices.
- Maintain confidentiality and strict adherence to all regulations.
- Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of progressive payroll experience.
- Strong knowledge of payroll systems, reporting, and compliance.
- Familiarity with state and federal wage/hour laws.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree or Certified Payroll Specialist certification.
- Experience with Paylocity or similar payroll systems.
- Background in healthcare, professional services, or related industries.
$60,000 - $80,000 a year
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