Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist Vernon, CA, US Experience: Manager Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per year Job Details Payroll Specialist Key Responsibilities Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time using Paycom Maintain and audit employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, pay changes, and deductions Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies Prepare payroll-related reports and analyses using Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas) Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and time records Partner with HR and Finance to support audits, year-end processes (W-2s, etc.), and tax filings Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and payroll data Preferred Responsibilities Support employee relations matters and serve as a point of contact for employee questions or concerns Assist with benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and vendor coordination Support onboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, orientation, and system setup Assist with other HR generalist duties as needed Required Qualifications 2+ years of payroll processing experience Proficiency with Paycom (or similar payroll/HRIS systems) Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, data reconciliation) Bilingual in Spanish (spoken and written) Solid understanding of payroll compliance, tax withholding, and wage/hour regulations High attention to detail and strong organizational skills Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Preferred Qualifications Experience in additional HR functions: employee relations, benefits administration, onboarding FPC or CPP certification a plus What We Offer Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to grow into broader HR responsibilities A bit about us A $700MM+, global seafood manufacturer with 50+ years of experience delivering high-quality products. Our facilities handle everything from raw seafood processing to packaging and distribution, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency. Why join us? Competitive compensation Excellent Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental) Life insurance/disability insurance/healthcare plan 401k PTO #manufacturing #payroll #excel #garnishments #timekeeping #bilingual-spanish-english #tier4 #J-18808-Ljbffr