LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a fast-paced organization in Central San Diego. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-volume payroll processing and be highly detail-oriented, organized, and dependable.

This is a full-time, onsite role offering competitive pay. Apply now to join a supportive and professional team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly and/or weekly payroll for 300-500+ employees across multiple departments or locations

• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including wages, bonuses, commissions, and deductions

• Maintain and audit employee payroll records for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Review and reconcile timesheets, time-off requests, and attendance data

• Manage direct deposits, wage garnishments, and payroll adjustments

• Collaborate with HR and accounting departments on payroll-related matters

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, taxes, and payroll discrepancies

• Generate and distribute payroll reports as needed for management and audits

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information at all times

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in high-volume payroll processing

• Strong knowledge of California labor laws and payroll tax regulations

• Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, or Workday

• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Working Hours:

• Full-time

• Onsite

• Monday- Friday

• 8:00am-5:00pm PST

Details:

• Located in Central San Diego

• Contract to hire role

• Compensation: $26.00-$42.00 per hour DOE

If you have the qualifications above and are interested in this opportunity, then please apply now. We are conducting interviews as soon as possible!

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

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

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