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Payroll Coordinator

$25 - $28 per hour

LHH Recruitment Solutions

Payroll Coordinator
El Cajon, CA | $25-$28/hr | Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | 100% Onsite
Are you a payroll professional who enjoys supporting employees and partnering with HR? Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to join their team in a highly visible role that combines payroll processing with HR support responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their experience across both payroll and human resources while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Position Details
  • Pay: $25-$28/hour DOE
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday
  • Hours: 7:30 AM-4:00 PM with some flexibility after training
  • Early Fridays
  • Temp-to-hire opportunity
  • Fully onsite in El Cajon
What You'll Do
  • Assist with payroll processing and payroll audits to ensure accuracy
  • Serve as a backup for payroll functions and employee payroll inquiries
  • Support onboarding, new hire paperwork, and orientation activities
  • Maintain employee records and HR documentation
  • Assist with benefits administration and open enrollment
  • Coordinate recruiting activities, interview scheduling, and candidate communication
  • Prepare reports, forms, correspondence, and other HR-related documentation
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations
  • Handle sensitive employee information with a high level of confidentiality
What We're Looking For
  • Experience in payroll, HR administration, human resources, or a related support role
  • Knowledge of payroll processes and payroll systems
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
  • Experience supporting onboarding, employee records, benefits, or recruiting activities
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong communication and customer service abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with Paylocity, ADP, or similar HRIS/payroll systems is highly preferred
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
  • Blend of payroll and HR responsibilities that broadens your skill set
  • Opportunity to learn from an experienced HR and Payroll leader
  • Stable organization with strong employee tenure
  • Visible role with impact across the organization
  • Long-term growth potential and opportunity for permanent hire
Pay Details: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour

Search managed by: Nicolette Suskauer


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

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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.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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