Payroll Specialist

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Payroll Specialist Location: Pasadena Pay: $27- $32/hour, based on experience Schedule: Fully Onsite Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Overview: A well-established organization in Pasadena is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role will support payroll operations for approximately 300-400 employees and work closely with internal payroll colleagues to ensure timely and accurate processing. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with payroll taxes and hands-on knowledge of ADP Workforce Now (WFN). Key Responsibilities: Process full-cycle payroll for 300-400 employees on a regular schedule Ensure accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations Utilize ADP Workforce Now (WFN) for payroll processing, reporting, and audits Review and reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner Partner closely with payroll team members and HR to maintain accurate employee records Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and month-end close processes Qualifications: 3+ years of payroll processing experience Strong knowledge of payroll taxes and compliance requirements Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now (WFN) is required High attention to detail and strong organizational skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Pay Details: $27.00 to $32.00 per hour Search managed by: Allison Lau Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.