Payroll Specialist - Bilingual

Bilingual Payroll SpecialistA growing Oceanside company is looking for a highly detail-oriented Bilingual Payroll Specialist to join its accounting and HR team. This position is ideal for someone who has hands-on payroll experience and is comfortable supporting a large hourly workforce.The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for making sure employees are paid accurately and on time while serving as a trusted resource for payroll questions. Because you'll regularly communicate with employees and supervisors in both English and Spanish, strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset are essential.What You'll Be DoingProcess weekly and/or biweekly payroll from start to finishReview employee timecards, timesheets, PTO, overtime, and other pay informationEnter and verify new hires, terminations, pay-rate changes, and employee updatesResearch missing or incorrect time entries before payroll is finalizedCalculate regular hours, overtime, bonuses, differentials, and other earningsInvestigate and resolve payroll discrepancies quickly and accuratelyRespond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, direct deposit, and tax withholdingsWork closely with HR and department managers to verify payroll changesMaintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentationAssist with payroll reconciliations and payroll-related reportingReview payroll registers before final processingAssist with year-end W-2 preparation and payroll auditsMaintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and compensation informationSupport payroll tax documentation and compliance activitiesCommunicate payroll policies and procedures clearly to employeesHelp improve timekeeping and payroll processes as the company grows