Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to support a nonprofit organization in California. This contract to permanent opportunity, is ideal for a detail-oriented detail oriented who can manage payroll operations accurately while assisting employees with benefits administration and related inquiries. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will work closely with Human Resources and Finance to maintain payroll and benefits records, ensure compliance with applicable regulations, and support a positive employee experience through timely and efficient payroll and benefits administration.
Responsibilities: Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment activities. Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, deductions, and leave programs. Maintain accurate payroll and benefits records in HRIS and payroll systems. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and benefits regulations. Reconcile payroll and benefits data and assist with audits and reporting requirements. Collaborate with HR and Finance teams on payroll, benefits, and employee record management. Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and related reporting.• Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll from data review through final processing and reporting. • Hands-on background administering multi-state payroll in a complex employee environment. • Strong working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now. • Experience processing payroll for organizations with more than 500 employees. • Solid understanding of payroll tax practices, wage regulations, and compliance standards. • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with HR, Finance, and employees across the organization.