Payroll Specialist

$39,520 - $41,600/Yr

Foothill Packing - Salinas, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Salinas, CA

Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry

About the position

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees, including auditing timekeeping records and managing deductions in compliance with state and federal laws. This role requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, as well as the ability to handle payroll discrepancies and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure employees receive accurate and timely paychecks.
• Audit and verify all timekeeping records of employees' hours worked.
• Process time sheets for input into a computerized payroll system.
• Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information prior to processing payroll.
• Answer payroll-related questions and requests.
• Carry out payroll processes by following policies and procedures and providing recommendations.
• Review attendance reports for accuracy and prepare weekly payroll packets.
• Perform general filing and maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Collaborate with team members to accomplish tasks based on company needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of payroll experience, preferably in agriculture.
• Strong analytical and numerical capabilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office, primarily Word and Excel.
• Ability to utilize 10-key by touch.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with payroll in an agricultural setting.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance