Location: Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (Hybrid - 2 days/week in office)
Duration: 3 months
Contract Type: W2 only
Job Responsibilities
Compile, track, and enter payroll data into the payroll system such as: hours worked, vacation, personal and holiday hours, taxes, and union dues to be withheld
Follow established procedures to accurately process weekly, bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll
Review wage calculations, audit timekeeping records and correct any errors to ensure accuracy of payroll
Audit new hires, terminations, retro transactions, wage garnishments and tax setup for accuracy
Validate data concerning pay rate changes, address changes and direct deposit
Handle sensitive data with discretion to protect employee's confidential information
Prepare and issue any manual checks as necessary
Process, review, and audit automated standard reports to verify accuracy and correct any out of balance transactions as necessary
Facilitate audit requests, prepare special reports and/or work on special projects as assigned by management
Support, collaborate and provide guidance to team members on issues and questions concerning payroll related topics
Resolve payroll questions and time tracking inquires via our People Connect portal ServiceNow
Required Skills:
Experience with Workday Payroll and Time Tracking or similar systems experience preferred
Fundamental Payroll Professional (FPP) designation preferred
Ability to multi-task effectively without compromising the quality of the work
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Detail oriented, organized, process focused, problem solver, proactive, ambitious, customer service focused
Ability to draw conclusions and make independent decisions with limited information
Ability to respond to common inquiries from customers, staff, regulatory agencies, vendors, and other members of the business community
Self-motivated, reliable individual capable of working independently as well as part of a team
Problem solving skills to gather & analyze information to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
Significant knowledge of payroll systems, FLSA, Federal and State laws, knowledge, and administration of sound techniques in all aspects of payroll