Find & Apply For Payroll Specialist Jobs in Del Rey Oaks, California

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll/Office Administrator to support payroll operations and day-to-day administrative functions for a team in Del Rey Oaks, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on payroll experience who can manage deadlines, maintain accuracy, and provide dependable office support. The role requires strong familiarity with multi-state payroll processing and confidence working within ADP Workforce Now in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Process payroll accurately and on schedule for an employee population ranging from approximately 100 to 500 team members across multiple states. Maintain payroll records, review data for completeness, and resolve discrepancies before final submission. Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and update payroll information, employee changes, and related documentation. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to address questions involving pay, deductions, time reporting, and payroll adjustments. Support general office administration by organizing documents, assisting with routine operational tasks, and helping keep workflows efficient. Prepare payroll-related reports and provide timely information to management as needed. Ensure payroll activities follow applicable policies, compliance standards, and established processing procedures. Assist with special administrative or payroll projects, including process updates or system-related changes when required. At least 2 years of experience in payroll, office administration, or a closely related support role. Demonstrated experience processing multi-state payroll with accuracy and attention to detail. Prior use of ADP Workforce Now in a payroll environment requiring strong attention to detail. Experience handling payroll for organizations with roughly 101 to 500 employees. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines effectively. Clear communication skills and the ability to work well with employees, managers, and cross-functional teams. Proficiency in maintaining confidential information and handling sensitive payroll data responsibly. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .