Payroll Specialist (Contract)

?? Pleasanton, CA (100% Onsite)
?? 3-4 Month Contract
?? $30-$33/hour

Are you a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Organization in the Pleasanton area is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations during a temporary engagement. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving payroll-related issues, and ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.

What You'll Be Doing

• Process semi-monthly payroll using ADP Workforce Now or a comparable payroll platform.
• Review, validate, and import timekeeping data, including PTO and leave balances.
• Ensure payroll transactions are accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable regulations.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, deductions, garnishments, and compensation-related questions.
• Assist with unemployment claims, disability claims, tax-related requests, and other payroll compliance matters.
• Generate payroll-related reports and support year-end processes, audits, and regulatory filings.
• Reissue payroll payments when necessary and assist with final pay processing.
• Provide administrative and accounting support, including expense reporting, reconciliations, and occasional accounts payable backup.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience combined with general accounting knowledge.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now or a similar payroll system.
• Multi-state payroll experience is highly preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills are required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues.

Preferred Education

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and professional experience.

Ideal Candidate

You'll be successful in this role if you're highly organized, dependable, and comfortable managing payroll processes from start to finish. You enjoy digging into details, resolving issues proactively, and supporting employees with professionalism and discretion.

Interested? We'd love to connect with payroll professionals who are ready to make an immediate impact in a collaborative onsite environment.