Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist Skill sick time United States, California, Foster City May 14, 2026

Overview Placement Type:

Temporary Salary:

$68.25-76.25 Hourly W2

Start Date:

Jun 30, 2026 Join a pioneering company at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to shaping the future of its industry through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to excellence. As a crucial partner, Aquent is seeking a highly skilled individual to ensure the seamless operation of vital internal functions. Are you a meticulous and dedicated payroll professional ready to make a significant impact? We're searching for an experienced individual to join a dynamic team, where your expertise will directly contribute to the financial well-being of our employees and the operational efficiency of our organization. In this role, you will be the cornerstone of accurate and timely payroll processing, playing a pivotal part in maintaining employee trust and supporting key financial objectives. Your contributions will directly empower our workforce, allowing them to focus on driving innovation and achieving our ambitious goals.

• What You'll Do:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, from initial data entry and timecard validations to ensuring accurate check distributions.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee payroll questions and concerns, providing clear and helpful guidance.
• Assist in the meticulous maintenance of employee and payment records, as well as critical timekeeping documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with People, Benefits, Finance, and other departments to ensure integrated and efficient processes.
• Lead year-end communication efforts and execute thorough reconciliations to close out financial periods accurately.
• Respond promptly and professionally to government inquiries, including wage verifications and garnishment orders.
• Conduct benefit audits and coordinate closely with internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Perform Leave of Absence payment calculations and entries, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulations.
• Undertake additional payroll-related tasks as requested, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach.

• What You'll Bring:

• Must-Have Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 8 to 10 years of dedicated payroll processing experience, or a H.S. Diploma/GED equivalent with 12 to 14 years of payroll processing experience.
• Required experience with Workday Payroll systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll administration principles and related compliance requirements.
• Exceptional attention to detail and unwavering diligence are essential for success in this role.
• A profound understanding of the importance of confidentiality in handling sensitive employee information.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and Word, with strong preference for VLOOKUP and pivot table skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with employees and various departments.

• Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• An accounting or human resources background is a valuable asset.

• About Aquent Talent:

• Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive. #LI-DNI