Payroll Assistant - $20.00 to $25.00 per hour (Onsite in Cerritos, CA)

A confidential, fast-growing company in Cerritos is seeking a Payroll Assistant to support high-volume, multi-state payroll operations. If you are accurate, dependable, and thrive in a busy environment where details matter, this is a great opportunity to build your career in payroll, HR, or accounting.About the RoleYou will support the payroll department with timecard auditing, employee updates, pay adjustments, reporting, and day-to-day administrative tasks. This is an onsite position in a corporate office, working closely with HR, operations, and leadership teams.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with bi-weekly payroll processing across multiple locationsEnter and update employee information (new hires, terminations, pay changes, tax updates)Review and audit timecards for accuracy (overtime, meal periods, PTO)Work with managers to resolve timecard discrepanciesRespond to payroll questions with professionalism and accuracySupport wage verifications, garnishments, deductions, and documentation requestsMaintain accurate and confidential payroll and employee recordsAssist with reporting, reconciliation tasks, and compliance checksProvide general administrative support to Payroll and HR teamsQualificationsExperience in payroll, HR, or accounting preferred (entry-level admin candidates with strong accuracy also welcome)Bilingual Spanish is a plusHigh attention to detail and strong data entry skillsFamiliar with payroll or timekeeping systems (ADP, Paychex, Kronos, UKG, etc. preferred)Knowledge of wage and hour rules is helpfulProficient with Excel, Outlook, and general office softwareStrong communication skills and a customer-service mindsetAbility to maintain confidentialityCompensation & BenefitsHourly Pay: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour (DOE)ScheduleFull-timeMonday–FridayOnsite at the Cerritos corporate officeHow to ApplySubmit your resume through ZipRecruiter. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly for next steps.Note: The hiring company prefers direct applicants. Third-party recruiting agencies should not submit candidates.Company DescriptionAt Legacy Career Solutions, we are more than a staffing agency. We’re a trusted partner dedicated to creating success for job seekers and employers. Our mission is to connect exceptional talent with companies that value their skills, creating opportunities and building legacies.

Salary : $20 - $25