We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Anaheim, California for a Contract assignment. This onsite role will provide essential payroll support during a contract coverage period, with an initial duration of at least two weeks and the potential to extend. The position is ideal for someone who can quickly take ownership of payroll activities, maintain accuracy under deadlines, and ensure compliance with California payroll regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage weekly payroll processing for approximately 100 employees while maintaining accuracy and meeting established deadlines.
• Administer payroll for both exempt and non-exempt team members, ensuring pay calculations align with applicable policies and wage rules.
• Review employee records, timekeeping details, deductions, and pay changes to confirm all payroll data is complete and correct before processing.
• Maintain organized payroll documentation and update employee information to support accurate recordkeeping.
• Investigate payroll questions, address discrepancies, and provide timely support to employees regarding pay-related matters.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations, internal reviews, and reporting activities to support smooth payroll operations.
• Contribute to special payroll and administrative assignments as business needs arise, including schedule or process-related adjustments.
• Apply California wage and hour requirements consistently to help ensure payroll practices remain compliant.