Payroll Specialist

A Payroll Specialist with a background in human resource coordination is needed for a stable organization based in Monterey on a direct hire basis. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for managing and executing all aspects of payroll processing using ADP. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll processing and a keen attention to detail, along with experience performing human resource coordinator level functions.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly and monthly payroll using ADP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain and update employee records in ADP, including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates or benefits.
• Assist with administering employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other company-sponsored benefits.
• Answer employee benefit-related inquiries and changes, and ensure accurate benefits deductions are reflected in payroll.
• Support HR functions such as onboarding, offboarding, and employee data management.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies.

Qualifications:

• Minimum two years of experience processing payroll processing for companies with at least 25 employees.
• Human resource coordinator background in addition to payroll processing.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and experience with payroll systems (will train in ADP).

Salary : $58,000 - $63,000