Find & Apply For Payroll Specialist Jobs in Rosemead, California

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a Contract engagement in Rosemead, California. This role will oversee accurate, compliant payroll operations while helping establish a structured payroll process for employees in a growing organization. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in end-to-end payroll administration, employee setup, tax compliance, and payroll support across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

• Administer complete payroll processing for employees, ensuring wages, deductions, and payments are calculated accurately and delivered on schedule.
• Set up and maintain payroll records for new hires and existing staff, including direct deposit details, earnings codes, tax elections, and employee data updates.
• Support the transition of employees to W-2 status by coordinating onboarding-related payroll activities and confirming proper classification and documentation.
• Manage payroll tax withholding activities and assist with timely filing requirements to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepare and distribute year-end payroll documents, including W-2 forms, while resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Monitor payroll practices and recommend process improvements that strengthen accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance.
• Work within ADP Workforce Now or a comparable payroll platform to maintain payroll data integrity and generate required reports.
• Respond to payroll questions from employees and stakeholders, providing clear guidance on pay, deductions, and payroll procedures.