Payroll Clerk

Description A growing company in Los Angeles is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Clerk to support bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 500 employees using ADP. This role is ideal for someone with strong administrative and payroll support experience who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accuracy, and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. Key Responsibilities + Assist with processing bi-weekly payroll for approximately 300 employees using ADP + Maintain accurate payroll records, including employee earnings, deductions, taxes, and direct deposit information + Review and enter payroll data such as new hires, terminations, timekeeping updates, and benefits deductions + Verify payroll information for accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner + Respond to employee payroll inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, and timekeeping issues + Support payroll reconciliations and assist with month-end and year-end payroll activities + Ensure payroll processes remain compliant with federal, state, and local regulations + Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams to maintain accurate employee and payroll records + Perform general administrative support related to payroll functions Requirements + 1-3 years of payroll, accounting, or administrative experience preferred + Experience with ADP or similar payroll systems is a plus + Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy + Basic understanding of payroll practices and payroll compliance + Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel + Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills + Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .