What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at LHH?
LHH is partnering with a growing organization in San Diego, CA to hire a Payroll Specialist, for a contract to hire opportunity. The Payroll Specialist will manage all payroll-related tasks for the company and its entities. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining records, and addressing employee inquiries. Our client offers excellent benefits including 100% employee covered health insurance, 401k match, and a family-oriented environment with great tenure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process payroll, including taxes, bonuses, deductions, and benefits.
- Ensure timely updates for new hires, terminations, and status changes.
- Reconcile monthly benefit billing and maintain payroll records.
- Prepare documents for workers' compensation audits and year-end reports.
- Train managers and employees on payroll processes and resolve payroll-related inquiries.
- Identify and implement process improvements.
- Prepare and submit 401k year-end employer match and profit-sharing.
- Review and reconcile quarterly and annual employer tax returns.
- Stay updated on wage and hour laws and assist with administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications/Skills:
- Associate's degree in accounting, business, human resources, or related field preferred (relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree)
- At least 2 years of payroll processing experience.
- Experience with Payroll Software and intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel
- Excellent data entry skills with attention to detail.
- Strong understanding of payroll principles and relevant laws.
Salary : $28 - $35
