Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Specialist to process employee payroll accurately and efficiently. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and supporting employee inquiries related to compensation and deductions. The ideal candidate is organized, deadline-driven, and familiar with payroll software systems.

This is a part-time, contract position.

• Process biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payroll for salaried and hourly employees in a timely and accurate manner

• Verify employee timecards, calculate wages, and process bonuses, commissions, and deductions

• Maintain accurate payroll records including new hires, terminations, pay changes, tax forms, and direct deposit information

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and reporting requirements

• Prepare and file payroll tax reports (e.g., 941, 940, W-2s, 1099s)

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies

• Maintain confidentiality of employee compensation data and sensitive information

• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure alignment of payroll and benefits

• Support audits and generate reports as needed for finance, compliance, or management
  
  

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• 2 years of experience in payroll processing

• Knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and tax reporting requirements

• Proficiency in payroll software (Paylocity)

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  
  

• Experience with multi-state payroll

• Familiarity with benefits administration, garnishments, and payroll journal entries

• Experience with Paylocity Payroll System required.
  

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™