Certified Payroll Specialist

Certified Payroll Specialist

Shift/Hours: Monday - Friday, First Shift 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Pay Rate: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Experience: 3-5 years of progressive experience as a Certified Payroll Specialist

PrideStaff has an exciting new opportunity to share for a Certified Payroll Specialist in Santa Clara! This position will allow you to assist a bona fide top employer in this market!

Are you needing a new career opportunity? Give us a call at 408-298-6775 and/or apply directly to this posting for immediate consideration! Hurry, as this position will not be available for long!

Certified Payroll Specialist Job Duties include

• Manage the complete payroll process, including data entry, wage calculation, deductions, and paycheck preparation.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with regulations, particularly for government projects and the Davis-Bacon Act.
• Create certified payroll reports to confirm adherence to prevailing wage and benefit standards.
• Keep thorough and organized records of payroll, timekeeping, and employee information.
• Address employee questions and resolve issues related to payroll.
• Maintain and update payroll systems with new employee data and changes.
• Other duties as assigned

Certified Payroll Specialist Preferred Skills include

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Experience with prevailing wage, collective bargaining agreements, and DIR desirable.
• Certification as a Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent.

Familiar with preparation and filing of 940, 941, DE9, and 1095 a plus.

• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
• Experience processing payroll in the construction industry
• Able to provide 2 professional references

Certified Payroll Specialist Requirements may include

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with accounting principles and reconciliations
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
• Proficiency in payroll software systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Workday)
• Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing
• Willingness to submit to a pre-employment background check & drug screen

Benefits of working with PrideStaff

• Medical, Rx, and Wellness Benefits
• Dental and Vision Plan Options
• Short-term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay

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PrideStaff Company Overview

PrideStaff wants you to Succeed! We have dedicated consultants that provide employment market insights and resources! We offer the support you need along the way. Over the years, we have helped tens of thousands of people find outstanding career growth opportunities.

At PrideStaff, we truly value people, and we are dedicated to getting to know you and advocating on your behalf with our network of employers from across the country. Our Recruiters will help guide you with career tools and resources.

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $30.00 - $40.00 Per Hour