Payroll Specialist - Hybrid in Costa Mesa, CA

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Costa Mesa, CA
1-3 Years Experience
Big Data • Marketing Tech • Analytics
The Role
As a Payroll Specialist II, you will manage payroll functions including processing direct deposits, wage garnishments, retroactive payments, and auditing payroll data. You will assist with multi-state payroll processing and collaborate with the HR department on reconciliations and verifications. Your role includes ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and participating in system testing and upgrades.
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Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

As Payroll Specialist II, you will perform a full range of payroll functions and payroll processing activities to ensure accurate and timely wage payments to employees. You will report to the Payroll team Lead.

This position is hybrid and you must be able to work from the Costa Mesa, CA office as needed, typically 1-2 times a month. 

You will:

  • Perform Audits and load time data using OTL, Excel spreadsheets, and manual timecards into the system.
  • Set up and process employee direct deposit information, tax withholding, and voluntary payroll deductions.
  • Complete employment verifications.
  • Set up wage garnishments according to federal and state regulations.
  • Calculate retroactive wage payments to employees.
  • Process employee status transactions including new hires, terminations and leaves of absence.
  • Process a multi-state bi-weekly payroll for both hourly and salary employees.
  • Process employee payments for relocations and other personal reimbursement programs.
  • Help test system upgrades and legislative changes.
  • Assist the General Ledger personnel in researching variances in payroll accounts.
  • Audits paperwork entered into the HRIS system by the Human Resources personnel.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent experience required
  • Requires 2+ years of experience processing payroll in-house
  • Knowledge of general accounting practices
  • Knowledge of payroll regulations
  • Data entry experience
  • The above provides a general description of the major job responsibilities for this job. Peripheral tasks may not be represented. Additional tasks and requirements may be assigned.

Benefits/Perks:

  • Great compensation package and bonus plan
  • Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
  • Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
  • Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Top Skills

Excel
Otl
The Company
HQ: Costa Mesa, CA
16,292 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1980

What We Do

Experian unlocks the power of data to create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society.

During life’s big moments – from buying a home or car, to sending a child to college, to growing a business exponentially by connecting it with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage data with confidence so they can maximize every opportunity.

We gather, analyse and process data in ways others can’t. We help individuals take financial control and access financial services, businesses make smarter decision and thrive, lenders lend more responsibly, and organizations prevent identity fraud and crime.

For more than 125 years, we’ve helped consumers and clients prosper, and economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done.

Our 20,600 people in 43 countries believe the possibilities for you, and our world, are growing. We’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow.


About Experian:

Bringing data to life requires creativity, passion, flexibility and expertise.

We want you to share in our success. That's why we offer rewards that recognise great performance.

Working in a culture of collaboration, achievement and respect we will give you the support and encouragement you need to develop your skills and talents and progress your career.

Everyday our people bring enthusiasm, innovation and inspiration to work and if this sounds like you connect with us at Experian.

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