Senior Payroll Specialist (Contract)
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Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 43 - 65
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who We Are
At Platform Science were working to connect everything that moves.
Founded in 2015 we are an open IoT platform that partners with innovative fleets application developers vehicle manufacturers and equipment providers in the transportation industry to deliver revolutionary solutions to supply chain professionals across the globe.
Our employees are an engaging diverse group of people who believe in the power of great ideas. We hire people with different experiences and perspectives to build a company culture that fuels growth through innovation.
We value thoughtful actions and empathy for others. We approach challenges with resiliency and creativity while encouraging transparency because no matter our backgrounds or responsibilities we are one team.
About the Role
At Platform Science were transforming transportation technology by connecting vehicles drivers and data in ways that unlock new efficiencies and safety across fleets. Our connected vehicle platform powers innovation for enterprise customers around the world and behind the technology is a team of passionate people dedicated to making a measurable impact.
Were looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist who thrives in a dynamic fast-paced environment and cares deeply about accuracy integrity and the employee experience. If youre energized by solving complex payroll challenges and supporting employees during critical life moments this is the role for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end processing of bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls in ADP Workforce Now ensuring accuracy compliance and timeliness across all U.S. entities.
- Validate and reconcile time earnings deductions benefits and tax data to ensure payroll integrity.
- Maintain employee data in ADP including new hires terminations compensation changes and tax setups.
- Collaborate with People Operations Accounting and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy compliance and proper GL integration.
- Prepare and reconcile payroll-related journal entries support month-end close and assist with payroll variance analysis.
- Manage reporting and compliance requirements including wage and hour laws tax filings and annual W-2 issuance.
- Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and reconciliations.
- Partner with the People Operations team to process payroll accurately for employees on leaves of absence ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable leave laws.
- Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy and efficiency.
- Stay current on federal state and local payroll regulations and trends.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance HR or related field preferred.
- 5 years of hands-on payroll experience including multi-state processing and payroll accounting.
- Advanced knowledge of ADP Workforce Now required; experience integrating payroll data with financial systems preferred.
- Demonstrated understanding of payroll tax wage & hour laws and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Proven ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
- Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Intermediate Excel proficiency.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) credential a plus.
The estimated hourly rate for this role is between $43.69 and$65.05. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salaries across all US locations. Compensation packages are based on many factors unique to each candidate including but not limited to skill set work experience relevant trainings and certifications business needs market demands and specific geographical location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus equity or benefits.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- IVR
- SOAP
- Avaya
- Solaris
- Cost Accounting Standards
- Database Design
- Hibernate
- ITIL
- Weblogic
- Express.js
- Contracts
- ASP
About Company
Experience the power to choose what drives your fleet. Platform Science delivers telematics and fleet management tools on a platform built for transportation.
