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Payroll Specialist

LHH
Fullerton, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026

Payroll Specialist (Temp-to-Hire)

Location: Fullerton

Compensation:$30-$38/hour

Temp-to-Hire; Manufacturing Industry

Must have ADP WFN experience

**Overview:**

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage payroll for a growing team of 300 employees, both exempt and non-exempt. This is an onsite, temp-to-hire position offering competitive hourly pay and the opportunity for long-term placement within the company. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll using ADP Workforce Now (WFN) and ensuring accurate and timely payroll execution.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Process bi-weekly payroll for 300 employees, including both exempt and non-exempt staff.

- Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance of employee records in ADP Workforce Now.

- Review and reconcile payroll discrepancies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

- Handle garnishments, deductions, and benefits contributions.

- Assist with payroll audits, tax filings, and end-of-year reporting.

- Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide resolutions promptly.

- Collaborate with HR to manage employee changes such as new hires, terminations, and salary updates.

**Qualifications:**

- Minimum of 5 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a mid-sized company.

- Strong proficiency in ADP Workforce Now (WFN) software.

- Experience with payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees.

- In-depth knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.

- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Equal Opportunity

Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Salary : $30 - $38

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