Description

We are offering a role in Santa Barbara, California with an established company. This position is for a Payroll Specialist who will be working in a dynamic office environment. This job offers a long term contract/ temporary to hire employment opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Process semi-monthly payroll for a significant number of employees in the organization.

• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to relevant departments.

• Maintain and manage time and labor software.

• Ensure compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments.

• Implement new hire orientation and administer human resource programs such as compensation, benefits, leave, workers' compensation, and training.

• Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and managers.

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.

• Assist in preparing financial statements within established timelines.

• Supervise office staff, delegate tasks, and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.

• Maintain an effective cash management system and oversee all aspects of business office functions including payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and financial reporting.

• Reconcile all accounts prior to month end and complete end-of-month accounting reports as assigned.

• Set up and maintain accruals for expenses.

• Use Accounting Software Systems, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suites, Microsoft Outlook, Paylocity, and other relevant skills to perform accounting functions, accounts payable, provide customer service, and manage payroll.

Requirements • Proficiency in using Accounting Software Systems

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suites

• Ability to use Microsoft Outlook effectively

• Understanding of Accounting Functions

• Experience in handling Accounts Payable (AP)

• Strong Customer Service skills

• Experience in managing Payroll processes

• Knowledge of Paylocity software

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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