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Opportunity Stanislaus

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Seasonal Payroll Specialist

Los Banos, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Administer payroll for seasonal, hourly (non-exempt), salaried (exempt), and temporary employees ... * Assist with payroll reconciliations, year-end activities, and special projects as assigned.

Porter-Gaud School

Payroll HR Specialist

Charleston, SC

$22 - $30/hr

Manage the generation of bi-weekly payrolls for 380+ permanent and seasonal employees, including ... * Assist with maintaining and distributing electronic and general files of payroll related ...

Porter-Gaud School

Payroll HR Specialist

Charleston, SC · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Manage the generation of bi-weekly payrolls for 380+ permanent and seasonal employees, including ... * Assist with maintaining and distributing electronic and general files of payroll related ...

Porter-Gaud School

Payroll HR Specialist

Charleston, SC · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Manage the generation of bi-weekly payrolls for 380+ permanent and seasonal employees, including ... * Assist with maintaining and distributing electronic and general files of payroll related ...

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Accounting Assistant

Exeter, NH · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Join our finance team as an Accounting Assistant to support banking, CD rollovers, seasonal payrolls and day-to-day administrative tasks under the supervision of the VP of Finance. This role is ideal ...

Santa Cruz Staffing

Payroll Specialist

Watsonville, CA · On-site

$24.75 - $33.75/hr

Seasonal Workforce Payroll * Administer payroll for seasonal and temporary employees. * Coordinate ... Coordinate payroll tax filings and responses to agency inquiries. * Assist with audits, compliance ...

Robert Half

Payroll Specialist

Los Banos, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

... seasonal staff, hourly team members, salaried employees, and other contract workers across the ... Assist with employee onboarding support and maintain payroll-related employee information in a ...

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How much do seasonal payroll assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal payroll assistant in the United States is $21.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Seasonal Payroll Assistant vs Payroll Clerk?

AspectSeasonal Payroll AssistantPayroll Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may prefer relevant payroll or accounting certificationsHigh school diploma; often requires familiarity with payroll software
Work EnvironmentTemporary, seasonal settings in retail, hospitality, or event industriesOffice-based, year-round payroll processing in various industries
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies needing seasonal staff managementCommon across industries for ongoing payroll tasks
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for temporary payroll roles during peak seasonsCompared for regular payroll processing positions

The Seasonal Payroll Assistant typically handles payroll tasks during peak seasons, focusing on temporary and time-sensitive work. In contrast, the Payroll Clerk manages ongoing payroll functions throughout the year. Both roles require similar foundational skills, but their employment duration and scope differ.

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Seasonal Payroll Specialist

Seasonal Payroll Specialist

Opportunity Stanislaus

Los Banos, CA • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Temporary

Posted 12 days ago

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Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Temporary Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience processing payroll through Paycom and managing payroll for a diverse workforce that includes seasonal, non-exempt, and exempt employees.


This role requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, responsiveness, and the ability to meet strict payroll deadlines. Food manufacturing industry experience is highly preferred.


Essential Functions

  • Process weekly and/or bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time using Paycom.
  • Administer payroll for seasonal, hourly (non-exempt), salaried (exempt), and temporary employees.
  • Review timecards, attendance records, pay adjustments, deductions, bonuses, and other payroll-related transactions for accuracy and compliance.
  • Audit payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies before payroll processing.
  • Run, analyze, and distribute payroll, labor, attendance, and compliance reports from Paycom.
  • Support payroll-related onboarding and employee data maintenance as needed.
  • Respond promptly and professionally to employee and management payroll inquiries.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations.
  • Maintain payroll records with a high level of confidentiality and accuracy.
  • Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and Operations teams to resolve payroll issues and ensure accurate employee records.
  • Assist with payroll reconciliations, year-end activities, and special projects as assigned.
  • Support audits and provide payroll documentation when requested.


Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3–5 years of payroll processing experience.
  • Strong working knowledge and experience with Paycom Payroll and Reporting.
  • Experience processing payroll for seasonal, non-exempt, and exempt employees.
  • Ability to generate, interpret, and analyze reports within Paycom.
  • Solid understanding of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll best practices.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.


Skills & Competencies

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Friendly, professional, and responsive approach to employee and management inquiries.
  • Strong customer service mindset.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Dependable, organized, and highly accountable.
  • Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the food manufacturing industry strongly preferred.
  • Experience supporting high-volume payroll environments.
  • Familiarity with shift differentials, overtime calculations, seasonal workforce management, and manufacturing labor reporting.


Working Conditions

  • Onsite position; remote work is not available.
  • Office environment within a plant; subject to loud noise, dust, steam, etc.
  • Must be able to lift files up to 15 pounds.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
  • We are seeking a payroll professional who thrives on accuracy, service, and meeting deadlines while providing outstanding support to employees and management.