Payroll Specialist Job at Robert Half, San Mateo, CA

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  • Robert Half
  • San Mateo, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title : Workday Payroll Specialist

Position Type : Temporary (through December 2025)

Start Date ~ Thursday, 7/24

Schedule : 8a-5p PST | Must work in California PST hours. Remote for Non-CA candidates. 

 

We are seeking a detail-oriented Workday Payroll Specialist to manage full-cycle, bi-weekly payroll for 1,700+ employees across multiple states. This temporary position will cover an employee on leave and is expected to last through ~ December 2025 .

 

You’ll play a key role in processing accurate and compliant payrolls, handling complex payroll issues, and ensuring a high standard of customer service. This role is ideal for someone with recent hands-on Workday experience and deep knowledge of California and Washington labor laws.

 

Key Responsibilities

· Process bi-weekly payroll for 1,700+ employees, including bonuses, deductions, and terminations

· Ensure final pay compliance and timing requirements are met, especially for CA and WA

· Upload EIBs and time data into Workday; audit and validate for accuracy

· Review payroll for discrepancies, corrections, and audit compliance (SOX standards)

· Manage wage garnishments and child support orders

· Monitor and respond to payroll inquiries via ServiceNow and email promptly

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain up-to-date payroll records

· Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and increase automation

· Maintain confidentiality of employee data

· Perform other payroll-related duties as assigned

 

Must-Have Qualifications

· Recent, hands-on experience with Workday Payroll, Time Tracking, and Absence modules

· Strong understanding of California & Washington payroll tax and labor laws

· Proven experience with high-volume final pay processing and compliance timing

· Customer-focused mindset with polished, professional communication skills

· Highly accurate and efficient; meets strict payroll standards and deadlines

· 3+ years of multi-state payroll experience

· Experience with OneSource Virtual (OSV) and Zendesk systems preferred

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

· FPC certification a plus

Job Tags

Temporary work, Work at office, Remote work,

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