Interim Payroll Supervisor

Payroll Supervisor (High-Volume, Multi-State) — Hybrid (Irvine, CA) $40/hour +

Hybrid:

Onsite Tue/Wed/Thu An outsourced HR & Payroll services firm is hiring a Payroll Supervisor to run high-volume, multi-state payroll operations as the business scales (client base expected to grow significantly). This is a hands-on role for someone who loves clean processes, tight controls, and getting payroll right—every time. What you'll do Lead end-to-end bi-weekly payroll for 1,500+ employees , including tipped payroll Handle multi-state payroll complexity with confidence and consistency Own critical California payroll execution and support HR/payroll operational needs (including off-cycle payroll for hires/terminations) Troubleshoot timekeeping-to-payroll workflows and reduce recurring payroll issues Improve processes, build controls, and help scale payroll operations in a growing environment Operate as a player/coach in a lean payroll team (you'll stay hands-on) What we're looking for (must-haves) Hands-on ownership of high-volume payroll (1,500+ employees) on a bi-weekly cadence Strong multi-state payroll experience Proven California payroll experience, including off-cycle payroll needs tied to hires/terminations Comfortable in a client-facing, service delivery environment (outsourced payroll experience is a plus) Able to commute to Irvine for onsite Tue/Wed/Thu Tools (nice to have) Paylocity (strong plus) Timekeeping systems — Altametrix a plus (we can train the right person) Compensation & benefits $40/hour + Important note on role structure This engagement may be structured as contract or contract-to-hire depending on client renewal; if contract-only, the project timeline may run through July 31, 2026 . We'll share the exact structure early in the process.

Location:

Irvine, CA Work model: Hybrid (onsite Tue-Thu)

Pay:

$80,850.20 - $97,367.98 per year

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Irvine, CA 92614