Payroll Specialist

Responsibilities

• Payroll Process semi-monthly and off-cycle payroll ensuring accurate pay calculations, deductions, and tax withholdings
• Review and audit timesheets prior to payroll processing
• Process wage garnishments, leviances, and other court-ordered deductions in compliance with applicable regulations
• Maintain and update employee payroll records including new hires, status changes, leaves of absence, and terminations
• Prepare final paychecks and termination payments
• Resolve payroll discrepancies including benefit deductions, tax withholding issues, and employee inquiries
• Maintain payroll documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and payroll regulations
• Generate recurring payroll reports for leadership and support payroll-related audits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience
• 1+ year of Accounts Payable (AP) experience
• Experience processing payroll in a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of California state and federal payroll laws, garnishments, tax withholdings, and payroll compliance
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines