Payroll Specialist

ConnectPoint Search Group

Sacramento, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25–$27 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Business Operations, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information Technology/Systems Audit, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Operational Support, Payroll Administration, Payroll Software/Services, Payroll Tax, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Reporting Skills, State Laws and Regulations, Tax Accounting, Tax Regulations
LOCATION
Sacramento, CA
POSTED
1 day ago

Are you a payroll professional with strong analytical skills and deep knowledge of multi-state payroll compliance? We’re looking for a Payroll Specialist to help drive payroll accuracy, process improvements, reporting, and system enhancements. Interested in more details? Connect with Danica Edgar: danica@cpsg.com

Core duties and responsibilities include:

• Analyze and resolve complex payroll, tax, and accounting issues
• Audit quarterly and annual payroll tax filings, W-2s, and compliance reporting
• Partner with IT and internal teams on payroll system improvements and implementations
• Develop payroll reports, metrics, and data analysis for leadership
• Lead payroll-related projects, audits, and process improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Conduct system audits to maintain payroll and benefits data integrity

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of payroll processing experience
• 3+ years of business operations/support experience
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll laws and tax compliance
• Experience with payroll systems, reporting, and project management
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• CPP certification preferred

Compensation:

The Hourly range for this position is from $25 to $27, depending on experience.

 

Apply:

For immediate consideration, please apply online. If you have any questions about the position or your candidacy, please contact Danica Edgar: danica@cpsg.com

Confidentiality Guarantee:
All inquiries, applications, and referrals are held in strict confidence. To protect your anonymity, you may submit your resume without information regarding your current employer. Alternatively, you may contact us by phone to confidentially discuss our process and your interest in the position.

 

About ConnectPoint Search Group:
ConnectPoint Search Group provides Professional Search and Contract Staffing solutions in the fields of Accounting & Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Administrative. We are locally rooted in the Sacramento Region and, with over two decades of solution-rich industry experience, our success for connecting talented professionals with the best positions at the best companies is unrivaled. We are the Sacramento Region’s Premier Boutique Search & Staffing Firm.

 

Getting connected starts with us. www.cpsg.com

 

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