Payroll Specialist

Payroll SpecialistOrange, CA (On-Site, flex start times)Temporary-to-Hire$28-$30/hr.About the OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a high-volume payroll team during a critical HRIS and payroll system transition. This individual will play a key role in supporting payroll operations while helping employees and internal stakeholders adapt to a recent Workday implementation.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys troubleshooting payroll issues, and can confidently guide employees through system changes while maintaining payroll accuracy and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess weekly payroll for approximately 500 employees across multiple locationsSupport a larger employee population of 4,000 employees within a complex organizational structureServe as a Workday payroll subject matter expert and assist employees with payroll-related questions and system navigationPartner closely with payroll, HR, and operations teams to ensure a smooth transition during Workday implementationResearch and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee concerns, and system-related issuesMaintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulationsAssist with payroll audits, reporting, and reconciliationsSupport employee onboarding, payroll updates, deductions, garnishments, and timekeeping inquiriesCollaborate with team members to identify process improvements and enhance payroll efficiencyHelp drive adoption of new payroll processes and provide exceptional internal customer support during change management effortsQualificationsMinimum 3 years of payroll experience in a high-volume environmentStrong hands-on experience with Workday Payroll requiredExperience processing payroll for large employee populationsStrong understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and best practicesAbility to troubleshoot payroll issues and explain processes clearly to employees and managersExcellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and navigate organizational changePreferred QualificationsCalifornia payroll experienceUnion payroll experienceMulti-state payroll experienceExperience supporting HRIS implementations, conversions, or system transitionsCPP certification is a plusBy submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.