Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

???? Location: San Francisco, CA (On-site/Hybrid)

???? Pay Rate: $57.74/hour

???? Employment Type: Contract

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to support ongoing payroll operations for a leading organization in the food & beverage industry. This role will serve as a key contributor to day-to-day payroll operations, acting as a backfill for an existing payroll function with a strong focus on Workday Payroll execution.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong attention to detail, and brings hands-on expertise managing end-to-end US payroll processes.

Key Responsibilities

Execute full-cycle US payroll processing using Workday Payroll

Perform pre-payroll validation, including employee data, earnings, deductions, benefits, and payroll changes

Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing aligned with payroll schedules and deadlines

Conduct payroll reconciliations and post-payroll validations to ensure accuracy and compliance

Handle off-cycle payrolls, adjustments, corrections, and special payments as needed

Manage payroll tax compliance, including federal, state, and local payroll taxes

Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and audit support

Partner closely with HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors to resolve issues and improve processes

Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

? 35+ years of experience in US payroll processing

? Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll (required)

? Strong understanding of US payroll tax laws and compliance requirements

? Experience with pre-payroll and post-payroll processes

? Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

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