Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Rocklin Hybrid Opportunity
$34.00 - $39.00 per Hour

Ledgent Accounting & Finance is partnering with a well-established organization in the Rocklin area to identify a Payroll & Benefits Specialist. This position is responsible for the accurate processing of payroll, administration of employee benefits, payroll tax reporting, reconciliations, and employee support.

Key Responsibilities:
* Process and audit payroll transactions including salary changes, benefits deductions, garnishments, direct deposits, and tax withholdings
* Review and reconcile timesheets, ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance
* Serve as the primary contact for payroll and benefits-related employee inquiries
* Coordinate payroll activities related to new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and life events
* Prepare payroll tax filings and deposits
* Post payroll journal entries and perform related account reconciliations
* Reconcile benefit invoices and payroll records, researching and resolving discrepancies
* Process off-cycle payroll and final paychecks as needed
* Support employee onboarding and benefits communication efforts

Qualifications:
* 3-4+ years of payroll administration experience
* 2+ year of benefits administration experience
* Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
* Experience with HRIS and electronic timekeeping systems; UKG/ADP experience preferred
* Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills

Preferred:
* Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field

This opportunity offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, retirement plan contributions, generous paid time off, and hybrid work flexibility following the onboarding period.

For confidential consideration, contact Ledgent Accounting & Finance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.