Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment in Contra Costa County. This role focuses on payroll and timekeeping functions in a healthcare setting, including reviewing time records, validating hours worked, auditing time results, and making adjustments based on documented rules and policies. The ideal candidate will help ensure accurate payroll processing for hourly employees while working closely with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records.
Responsibilities:
- Support payroll and timekeeping functions for large company
- Review, audit, and validate time records and hours worked
- Make adjustments based on documented payroll and timekeeping rules
- Use Excel for data review, reporting, and analysis
• Experience in payroll support, payroll processing, or timekeeping review for hourly employee populations (500+employees).
• Knowledge of overtime, double-time, and shift differential calculations in a payroll or timecard environment.
• Hands-on experience working with timekeeping systems, including Kronos or similar platforms.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to sort, filter, and review large data sets efficiently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for discussing discrepancies and documenting findings.