Albert and Mackenzie · 1 day ago
Payroll Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$26/hr - $30/hr
3+ years expAlbert & Mackenzie is a well-established workers’ compensation defense law firm with a strong presence across California. They are seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage firmwide payroll processes, ensure compliance with payroll regulations, and serve as a key contact for payroll-related inquiries.
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Responsibilities
Process full-cycle bi-weekly payroll and specialty payroll runs (e.g., bonuses, off-cycle payments) using ADP Workforce Now
Review, manage and validate employee time and attendance records, including overtime, differentials, deductions, and bonuses
Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
Set up and maintain payroll for new states as business needs require, including coordination with tax and regulatory agencies
Work directly with tax entities to resolve payroll tax issues, notices, and audits
Process payroll taxes and ensure timely and accurate remittance of payroll-related filings
Maintain accurate payroll records, including rates of pay, deductions, benefits, and new hire information
Prepare payroll reports for leadership, Finance, and Human Resources as needed
Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and management in a timely and professional manner
Support year-end processes, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation
Partner with HR to ensure payroll changes align with personnel actions, policies, and benefit elections
Maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard sensitive employee information
Qualification
Required
Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or in a similar payroll-focused role
Required 3+ Years experience with ADP Workforce Now
Strong understanding of payroll best practices, wage and hour laws, and payroll tax compliance
Experience processing multi-state payroll and setting up payroll in new jurisdictions
Demonstrated experience working with federal, state, and local tax agencies
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel (including formulas)
Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment
Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
High level of integrity and discretion with confidential information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High school diploma or equivalent required
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or a related field is a plus
Benefits
100% company sponsored employee Medical
Vision
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Life insurance benefits
A 401k plan
Paid time off
Optional voluntary dental and ancillary plans
Discretionary bonus opportunities
Company
Albert and Mackenzie
Albert and Mackenzie is providing legal services for workers' compensation claims.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Beena Sandhu
Partner
Erik Wochna
Partner
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