Payroll Specialist in Hayward, California

Description

We are offering a contract for a Payroll Specialist role in Hayward, California. This role will be primarily focused on managing various payroll responsibilities for a dynamic workforce, including both union and non-union personnel. The position requires maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. The workplace is an office environment.

* For immediate consideration, apply and contact Julian Sanchez on LinkedIn *

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the processing of weekly payroll for a diverse workforce, ensuring accurate and timely issuance of checks and direct deposits.

• Manage the maintenance of employee profiles and payroll information, such as union rates & fringes and payroll tax rates.

• Handle weekly payroll tax, garnishment, and 401k payments with precision.

• Prepare and submit weekly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax reports to the relevant governmental agencies.

• Oversee unemployment claims, union reporting, and audits, including OCIP and other payroll forms.

• Ensure strict compliance with union, state, and local agency requirements, including the processing of certified payroll reports.

• Collaborate with the accounting department to ensure the accuracy of payroll invoicing and reconciliation.

• Maintain confidentiality of employee data and protect payroll operations.

• Assist in resolving employee benefit issues as needed.

Requirements

• Possess a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Payroll Specialist or in a related role

• Proficient in 401k Administration

• Experience in the Construction industry is desirable

• Understanding of Job Cost management

• Experience with Payroll – Union is required

• Certification in Payroll is a plus

• Prior experience managing Payroll for 101 – 500 Employees

• Understanding of Local Payroll Tax laws and regulations

• Experience with Payroll – In-House is preferred

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