Payroll Analyst

Job Description

Johnson Service Group, a nationally award-winning staffing firm, is looking to hire a Payroll Analyst for a Marketing Client in Irvine, CA

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Summary:

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, solutions-driven Payroll Analyst who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in getting things right the first time. This role goes beyond processing payroll—it's about owning the full payroll cycle, ensuring tax and regulatory compliance, improving systems and workflows, and delivering accurate reporting that supports broader financial goals. You’ll also serve as a trusted resource to employees and managers, providing guidance and support with professionalism and care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Accurately process weekly payroll for all employees, including base pay, benefits, taxes, garnishments, and other deductions.

Maintain detailed payroll records and generate reports for compliance and internal use, including general ledger entries and ad hoc reporting.

Reconcile payroll accounts, investigate and resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely payroll tax filings.

Administer and support time and attendance systems; review and address timecard violations and assist with audits.

Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related questions, delivering timely and helpful support to employees and managers.

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.

Support both internal and external audits by preparing and providing required payroll documentation.

Compile and analyze payroll data for internal reporting needs.

Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and support enhancements to payroll and HRIS systems.

Maintain confidentiality and ensure appropriate storage and retention of payroll and personnel files.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Human Resources, or a related field required.

5–7 years of payroll experience with a strong understanding of payroll operations, wage and hour regulations, benefits deductions, and tax compliance.

Solid knowledge of payroll processes, including full-cycle payroll, reconciliation, and payroll tax management.

preferred.

Working knowledge of payroll accounting, including general ledger entries and account reconciliation.

Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now required

Strong Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

High attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and capacity to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, customer-focused approach.

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** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Company Description

Our people and culture make JSG a great place to work. JSG’s mission is to empower people, help our clients reach their goals, and hire motivated individuals.

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with 40 years of experience investing in people and companies. We are always looking for great people to join our team—we want to see your success here at JSG! We can be found locally in more than 30 offices throughout the United States and Canada. JSG continues to work diligently to offer our clients and candidates world-class service and diversified offerings to fit their evolving needs.

We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, 401(k), weekly pay, and more.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Full-time