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Robert Half Payroll Administrator in Pasadena, California
Description Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Administrator who can process payroll and is proficient with Microsoft Office applications to fill a role with a company in the Engineering field. In addition, if you possess excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, this may be the right job for you. You will be a part of a dynamic team with an opportunity for career growth. Located in Pasadena, California, the Payroll Administrator is a long-term contract / temporary to hire role.
Responsibilities
Guarantee company compliance with federal and state regulations and guidelines
Providing payroll information by answering questions and requests
Retrieve and assess information in order to resolve payroll discrepancies
Other duties as assigned
Establish payroll liabilities after calculating all employee federal and state income and social security taxes and employer social security, unemployment, and worker compensation payments
Provide help with all internal and external audits of payroll
Execute relevant weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports to circulate amongst department heads
Maintain all updates of payroll records by tracking changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, and job title and department/division transfers
Secure confidential payroll operation information and maintain employee confidence
Maintaining payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data
Reconciling of employee deductions and other liabilities
Understand and report necessary changes to payroll operations by maintaining established policies and procedures
Offer proper review and verification of source documents
Compile summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages as part of report preparation Requirements - Understanding of internal controls
Microsoft Excel experience preferred
Solid understanding of Process Payroll
Certified Payroll Professional will be given preference
2+ years of strong payroll experience
Outstanding data entry skills
Proficient with high volume multi-state payroll, billing, licensing, AP, etc.
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Experience using accounting software
Understanding of basic accounting principles and solid financial acumen
Expertise in federal and state payroll regulations and requirements
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