Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Payroll Accountant in Harbor City, California. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in our team, with responsibilities spanning across numerous aspects of accounting and payroll processing. You will be immersed in a dynamic environment where your skills in accounting software systems, ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, Concur, 401k - RRSP Administration, and auditing will be critical.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead the process of payroll accounting, ensuring accurate and timely completion.

• Employ your expertise in ADP to manage the processing of employee timesheets.

• Handle the administration of benefits through the ADP platform.

• Serve as a key point of contact for any payroll related inquiries and issues.

• Oversee the process of recruiting, including posting job openings, screening resumes, and conducting initial interviews.

• Facilitate a seamless experience for new hires and departures by managing the onboarding and offboarding processes.

• Ensure HR policies and procedures are effectively communicated and implemented.

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in compliance with applicable regulations.

• Foster a positive work environment by assisting with employee relations issues, grievances, and conflict resolution.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and practices. Requirements • Must hold a minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Payroll Accountant or similar role

• Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is essential

• Knowledge of ADP - Financial Services and ADP Workforce Now is required

• Experience with Ceridian and Concur is highly desirable

• Familiarity with 401k - RRSP Administration is necessary

• Should be well-versed with About Time software

• Strong understanding of Accounting Functions and Accrual Accounting is expected

• Experience in Auditing is a plus

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required

• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to handle confidential information

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel and Word.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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