Payroll Specialist

Robert Half - San Ramon, CA

Full-time

San Ramon, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at Robert Half is responsible for processing payroll for a large employee base, managing payroll adjustments, and responding to payroll inquiries. This role requires collaboration with management and other payroll staff to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for a large employee base (2,000-3,000), split alphabetically across teams
• Manage payroll adjustments, direct deposits, garnishments, and levies
• Respond to a high volume of emails related to payroll inquiries and concerns
• Collaborate with management, who will handle employee terminations
• Work with the interim Payroll Manager (through January) and the supporting Payroll Clerk
• Coordinate with the LOA employee who provides additional payroll support

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in payroll within large companies
• 3+ years of direct payroll experience
• Preferred: 2 years of college or equivalent work experience
• Proficiency in ADP Vantage preferred, but open to ADP WFN and other ADP platforms
• Strong organizational and communication skills to handle a high volume of inquiries

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with payroll for diverse employee types (hourly, salaried, K1)
• Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations, including garnishments and levies

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan