Certified Payroll Specialist
Company: PrideStaff
Location: San Jose
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Certified Payroll Specialist Shift/Hours: Monday - Friday, First
Shift 8:00 am-5:00 pm Pay Rate: $30.00-$40.00 per hour Location:
Santa Clara, CA Experience: 3-5 years of progressive experience as
a Certified Payroll Specialist PrideStaff has an exciting new
opportunity to share for a Certified Payroll Specialist in Santa
Clara! This position will allow you to assist a bona fide top
employer in this market! Are you needing a new career opportunity?
Give us a call at 408-298-6775 and/or apply directly to this
posting for immediate consideration! Hurry, as this position will
not be available for long! Certified Payroll Specialist Job Duties
include: - Manage the complete payroll process, including data
entry, wage calculation, deductions, and paycheck preparation. -
Ensure payroll practices comply with regulations, particularly for
government projects and the Davis-Bacon Act. - Create certified
payroll reports to confirm adherence to prevailing wage and benefit
standards. - Keep thorough and organized records of payroll,
timekeeping, and employee information. - Address employee questions
and resolve issues related to payroll. - Maintain and update
payroll systems with new employee data and changes. - Other duties
as assigned Certified Payroll Specialist Preferred Skills include:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
preferred - Experience with prevailing wage, collective bargaining
agreements, and DIR desirable. - Certification as a Payroll
Professional (CPP) or equivalent. Familiar with preparation and
filing of 940, 941, DE9, and 1095 a plus. - Extensive knowledge of
federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations - Experience
processing payroll in the construction industry - Able to provide 2
professional references Certified Payroll Specialist Requirements
may include: - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills -
Familiarity with accounting principles and reconciliations -
Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure -
Proficiency in payroll software systems (., ADP, Paychex, Workday)
- Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy - Minimum of 3-5
years of experience in payroll processing - Willingness to submit
to a pre-employment background check & drug screen Benefits of
working with PrideStaff: - Medical, Rx, and Wellness Benefits -
Dental and Vision Plan Options - Short-term Disability - 401(k)
Retirement Plan - Holiday Pay Join Us. PrideStaff Company Overview
PrideStaff wants you to Succeed! We have dedicated consultants that
provide employment market insights and resources! We offer the
support you need along the way. Over the years, we have helped tens
of thousands of people find outstanding career growth
opportunities. At PrideStaff, we truly value people, and we are
dedicated to getting to know you and advocating on your behalf with
our network of employers from across the country. Our Recruiters
will help guide you with career tools and resources. Compensation /
Pay Rate (Up to): $30.00 - $40.00 Per Hour
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