Payroll Specialist

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  • Location: Torrance, CA
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #308051

 

? Urgent Need: Sr. Payroll Administrator – ADP WFN Expert ? Location: Torrance, CA
      Type: Temp with possibility of hire
      Pay Rate: $38.00 – $45.00/hour

We are urgently seeking a seasoned Payroll Administrator with solid hands-on experience in ADP Workforce Now (ADP WFN) to join our team in Torrance. This is a critical role with the potential to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate.

Job Summary:

The Sr. Payroll Administrator will be responsible for processing multi-state payroll, maintaining compliance with labor laws, managing benefit deductions, and supporting onboarding efforts. We’re looking for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, works with a high degree of accuracy, and communicates effectively across departments.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Payroll Processing: Manage payroll for hourly, salaried, and 1099 employees across multiple states.

  • Timesheet Review: Ensure timesheet accuracy and compliance with wage and hour laws.

  • Resolve Discrepancies: Identify and correct payroll issues in a timely manner.

  • Benefits Administration: Process benefit deductions accurately and in compliance with policies.

  • Employee Onboarding: Set up payroll and benefit information for new hires in coordination with HR.

  • Payroll Reporting: Prepare accurate payroll reports for month-end and year-end processing.

  • Systems Management: Use ADP WFN, Asure Payroll, NOVAtime, and QuickBooks to maintain payroll data.

  • Policy Enforcement: Ensure consistent adherence to payroll and benefits policies.

  • Collaboration: Liaise with HR, employees, and leadership to address and resolve payroll-related matters.


Core Competencies:

  • Systems Knowledge: ADP WFN, Asure Payroll, NOVAtime, QuickBooks

  • Multi-State Payroll: Strong knowledge of state/federal compliance

  • Financial Acumen: Understanding of AP/AR, trust accounts, and benefit deductions

  • HR Collaboration: Experience with onboarding and HR/payroll integration

  • Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint); comfortable in both Windows & Mac OS


Qualifications:

  • Experience: 5+ years in payroll administration with a focus on multi-state processing

  • Systems: Advanced experience in ADP Workforce Now

  • Knowledge: Strong grasp of payroll laws and compliance standards

  • Skills: Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

  • Professionalism: High degree of confidentiality and discretion


Education & Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field (preferred)

  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) – a plus, but not required

Need someone to start ASAP! 

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