Bilingual Payroll Specialist (English/Spanish)

About the role

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process weekly field commission payroll across all company locations
• Collect, review, verify, and maintain employee timekeeping and attendance records
• Verify and investigate discrepancies by identifying missing or inaccurate payroll information before submission
• Maintain accurate payroll data, including pay rates, vacation time, commissions, bonuses, and insurance deductions
• Process new hires, terminations, and employee status changes promptly within the payroll system
• Maintain accurate payroll system configurations and ensure timely, accurate payroll tax filings
• Conduct regular payroll audits to verify accuracy and support compliance
• Train managers on reviewing and editing time punches for their direct reports
• Respond to employee payroll questions, investigate payment issues, and drive discrepancies to resolution
• Respond promptly to employment verification and reference check requests
• Maintain confidential payroll files, personnel records, and documentation
• Prepare and distribute internal management reports using payroll software
• Partner with the HR team on benefits administration, employee records, and third-party audits
• Help maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required (Associate degree in accounting or related field preferred)
• 1–2 years of payroll, finance or accounting experience
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is required
• Valid driver's license
• Pass a background check and Pre-employment Drug Screen
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Dayforce, UKG, or similar platforms is preferred
• Solid understanding of payroll processes, applicable regulations, and compliance requirements
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills to independently manage multiple priorities
• Sound judgment and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential information

Benefits

• $55,000 to $60,000 commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans available to full-time employees
• Life, & Short-Term Disability Insurance up to a specified amount
• +more options like Health Care Savings Account and additional Life Insurance
• 401K Plan with Company Matching
• Paid Time Off and Paid holidays (after 90 days of service, in accordance with company policy)
• Weekly Pay (our payroll is weekly for all employees)
• Opportunities for career advancement and skill development
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• PTO