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Payroll Specialist

Pico Rivera, CA · On-site

$35/hr

Process weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll accurately and on schedule using Dayforce * Review and audit timecards, pay codes, PTO, and sick time to ensure data integrity * Process new ...

BakeMark

08700A- Technician, Payroll

Pico Rivera, CA · On-site

$27.50 - $30/hr

Experience with Dayforce is strongly preferred but not required. The ideal candidate brings precision, sound judgment, and a commitment to data integrity-recognizing that every paycheck represents a ...

Wisq, Inc.

Agent Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Workday, SharePoint, Dayforce) * Work directly with customers to understand their unique HR processes and requirements and gather technical requirements * Build agentic HR workflows leveraging the ...

Loomis Armored US, LLC

HR Generalist II

Ontario, CA · On-site

$72K - $77K/yr

Reviews DayForce and policies and practices to maintain compliance. May develop and propose improvement to policies, programs, and procedures to improve the effectiveness of human resources and ...

Loomis Armored US, LLC

HR Generalist II

Ontario, CA · On-site

$72K - $77K/yr

Reviews DayForce and policies and practices to maintain compliance. May develop and propose improvement to policies, programs, and procedures to improve the effectiveness of human resources and ...

Redwood

DSP San Bernardino Alto Ct

San Bernardino, CA · On-site

$17.50/hr

Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay * Pre-Tax 401(k) * After-Tax Roth * Tuition discount through Capella University Benefits: Part-Time * Sick Time * EAP (Employee assistance program) * Employee discount ...

Redwood

Payroll Specialist

Rancho Cucamonga, CA · On-site

$26/hr

Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay * Pre-Tax 401(k) * After-Tax Roth * Tuition discount through Capella University DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.

Direct Counsel

Accounting Specialist

Alameda, CA · On-site

$44 - $53/hr

Process semi-monthly and off-cycle payroll using the firm's HRIS system (e.g., Dayforce), ensuring accuracy in compensation and deductions * Review and validate timesheets prior to payroll processing

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Payroll Specialist

EMPRO US

Pico Rivera, CA • On-site

$35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Contract to Hire Position

Key Responsibilities

  • Process weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll accurately and on schedule using Dayforce
  • Review and audit timecards, pay codes, PTO, and sick time to ensure data integrity
  • Process new hires, terminations, retro pay, commissions, and bonuses
  • Handle payroll corrections, off-cycle checks, and pay adjustments
  • Ensure compliance with FLSA, wage and hour laws, and company policies
  • Respond to employee payroll and timekeeping inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
  • Support payroll reporting, internal and external audits, and record retention requirements
  • Partner with HR to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies
  • Manage end-to-end garnishment processing, including new setups, ongoing maintenance, and terminations
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll and employee data at all times
  • Support process improvement initiatives

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
  • Strong working knowledge of FLSA, overtime calculations, and wage and hour laws
  • High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and timeliness
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines
  • Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hands-on Dayforce payroll experience
  • Component pay or complex pay structure experience
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
  • Experience supporting union payroll populations

Company Description

EMPRO is a premier staffing firm specializing in placing top-tier manufacturing and technical talent. Known for speed, precision, and quality, EMPRO delivers highly qualified candidates quickly—saving companies time while ensuring the right fit every time. EMPRO partners closely with both clients and candidates to create long-term, successful placements.