Payroll Specialist

Accounting Payroll Specialist
Contract-to-Hire | $50,000–$65,000 annually

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Payroll Specialist to support payroll and accounting operations in a contract-to-hire capacity. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on with payroll processing, enjoys working with numbers, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle payroll accurately and on schedule (weekly/biweekly)

• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Reconcile payroll reports, deductions, taxes, and benefits

• Support general accounting functions including journal entries and account reconciliations

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies

• Partner with HR and accounting teams to ensure data accuracy

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll and/or accounting experience

• Strong understanding of payroll laws, taxes, and compliance

• Experience with payroll systems and accounting software

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive data

Preferred

• Experience in multi-state payroll

• Background in both payroll and general accounting

• Prior contract or contract-to-hire experience

Compensation & Details

• Annual salary range: $50,000–$65,000 (based on experience and position)

• Contract-to-hire opportunity

• Benefits eligibility upon conversion

Pay Details: $50,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Brittnee Gonzalez

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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