Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist Job Posting

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a real estate property and facilities management organization in Woodland Hills, California. This is a Contract position focused on delivering accurate semi-monthly payroll for approximately 105 employees while ensuring timekeeping, leave entries, and monthly bonus payments are processed correctly. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, handles sensitive information with discretion, and can work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll for a workforce of about 105 employees with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.

• Review employee timecards and pay codes to confirm hours, exceptions, and approvals are entered correctly before each payroll cycle.

• Verify that paid time off and other leave requests are properly submitted and reflected in payroll records.

• Administer monthly bonus payments and ensure supplemental earnings are calculated and included appropriately.

• Maintain payroll data within payroll systems such as Paylocity, Vfficient, or similar platforms, resolving discrepancies as they arise.

• Partner with internal team members to answer payroll-related questions and support smooth day-to-day payroll operations.

• Safeguard confidential employee compensation information and follow established compliance and documentation standards.

• Assist with related accounting support activities, including coordination with AP, AR, or broader accounting operations when needed.

• 2+ years of payroll experience, including full-cycle payroll processing.

• Experience supporting multi-state payroll environments.

• Background in property management or real estate-related organizations is strongly preferred.

• Hands-on experience with payroll systems such as Paylocity, Vfficient, ADP Workforce Now, or comparable platforms.

• Strong understanding of timekeeping practices, pay codes, and payroll accuracy controls.

• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and sound judgment.

• Familiarity with AP, AR, or general accounting operations is a plus.

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