Payroll Specialist (Professional Services Industry)
Location
San Marcos, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
May 02, 2026
Description
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist with strong system expertise and a background in professional services environments. This role will be responsible for processing complex payrolls, ensuring compliance across multiple pay structures, and supporting ongoing system improvements. The ideal candidate brings a mix of technical payroll knowledge, systems experience, and the ability to navigate project-based or billable-hour environments. Experience with certified payroll and system implementations is highly valued.
RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Process multi-state payroll on a bi-weekly or semi-monthly basis with a high level of accuracy
+ Manage payroll for salaried, hourly, and project-based employees
+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
+ Handle certified payroll reporting, including prevailing wage requirements
+ Maintain and audit payroll data within HRIS and payroll systems
+ Su...
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist with strong system expertise and a background in professional services environments. This role will be responsible for processing complex payrolls, ensuring compliance across multiple pay structures, and supporting ongoing system improvements. The ideal candidate brings a mix of technical payroll knowledge, systems experience, and the ability to navigate project-based or billable-hour environments. Experience with certified payroll and system implementations is highly valued.
RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Process multi-state payroll on a bi-weekly or semi-monthly basis with a high level of accuracy
+ Manage payroll for salaried, hourly, and project-based employees
+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
+ Handle certified payroll reporting, including prevailing wage requirements
+ Maintain and audit payroll data within HRIS and payroll systems
+ Su...