Payroll Analyst

Description We are looking for a skilled Payroll Analyst to join client team in Pleasant Hill, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an opportunity to play a pivotal role in payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee records management within the construction industry. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in handling multi-state payroll operations and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Process semi-monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Maintain and update employee timekeeping records, including paid time off, vacation time, and pay history.
• Manage year-end payroll processes, including employee census updates and distribution of W-2 and 1095C forms.
• Administer benefits enrollment during open enrollment periods and review monthly enrollments for accuracy.
• Terminate benefits for departing employees by the end of their last month of employment and ensure proper payroll deductions for contributions.
• Conduct new employee orientations covering benefits enrollment, timekeeping requirements, and company policies.
• Respond to inquiries regarding employment verifications, benefit details, and labor law compliance.
• Report workplace injuries, vehicle accidents, and other claims to workers' compensation adjusters and assist with follow-up documentation.
• Maintain organized and confidential records, including personnel files, payroll data, and benefits information.
• Ensure labor law posters are up-to-date across all divisions and perform miscellaneous administrative duties as needed. Requirements
• Extensive experience in full-cycle payroll processing for organizations with 101-500 employees.
• Proficiency in managing multi-state payroll operations.
• Advanced knowledge of ADP Workforce Now for payroll and employee record management.
• Familiarity with 401k or RRSP administration and related contributions.
• Strong understanding of benefits enrollment and payroll deductions.
• Ability to handle sensitive employee information with a high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Prior experience in the construction or contractor industry is preferred.

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