Payroll Consultant Jobs in California
Payroll Consultant jobs in California are open across San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles and other California metros, with employers like Costco Wholesale, Rosendin Electric, and Whatnot hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Join a stable and growing So Cal company as their Payroll Guru! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Mady Privatsky. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
COMPENSATION
- Salary: $28 - $34 per hour
About us
We are an established organization with a long history of serving clients throughout Southern California. Known for our commitment to quality, reliability, and employee retention, we have built a strong reputation through decades of successful project execution and long-term customer relationships. As our operations continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Payroll Analyst to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment where accuracy, attention to detail, and process ownership are highly valued.
WHY JOIN US?
- Competitive compensation: $28-$32 per hour
- Opportunity for performance-based compensation review after six months
- Strong benefits package with approximately 80% employer-paid medical coverage
- Paid Time Off and separate paid sick leave
- Stable, established company with long-tenured employees
- High visibility role with ownership of critical payroll functions
- Collaborative team environment
- Consistent full-time schedule
JOB DETAILS
The Payroll Analyst will be responsible for processing payroll from start to finish while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. This role works closely with operations and accounting teams to review employee time records, allocate labor costs appropriately, and support payroll-related reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience processing payroll in environments with hourly employees, labor tracking, and project-based cost allocation.
Responsibilities
- Process weekly payroll accurately and on time
- Review and audit employee time records for completeness and accuracy
- Enter and maintain payroll data within the payroll system
- Verify labor allocations, cost codes, and project tracking information
- Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable payroll regulations
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies
- Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation
- Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and special projects
- Partner with accounting and operations teams on payroll-related matters
- Support process improvement initiatives within payroll functions
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of payroll processing experience
- Experience managing payroll from start to finish in-house
- Strong understanding of labor tracking, job costing, or cost code allocation
- Experience reviewing manual timecards or timekeeping records
- Knowledge of payroll laws and compliance requirements
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software systems
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
INTRODUCTION
Join a stable and growing So Cal company as their Payroll Guru! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Mady Privatsky. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
COMPENSATION
- Salary: $28 - $34 per hour
About us
We are an established organization with a long history of serving clients throughout Southern California. Known for our commitment to quality, reliability, and employee retention, we have built a strong reputation through decades of successful project execution and long-term customer relationships. As our operations continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Payroll Analyst to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment where accuracy, attention to detail, and process ownership are highly valued.
WHY JOIN US?
- Competitive compensation: $28-$32 per hour
- Opportunity for performance-based compensation review after six months
- Strong benefits package with approximately 80% employer-paid medical coverage
- Paid Time Off and separate paid sick leave
- Stable, established company with long-tenured employees
- High visibility role with ownership of critical payroll functions
- Collaborative team environment
- Consistent full-time schedule
JOB DETAILS
The Payroll Analyst will be responsible for processing payroll from start to finish while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. This role works closely with operations and accounting teams to review employee time records, allocate labor costs appropriately, and support payroll-related reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience processing payroll in environments with hourly employees, labor tracking, and project-based cost allocation.
Responsibilities
- Process weekly payroll accurately and on time
- Review and audit employee time records for completeness and accuracy
- Enter and maintain payroll data within the payroll system
- Verify labor allocations, cost codes, and project tracking information
- Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable payroll regulations
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies
- Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation
- Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and special projects
- Partner with accounting and operations teams on payroll-related matters
- Support process improvement initiatives within payroll functions
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of payroll processing experience
- Experience managing payroll from start to finish in-house
- Strong understanding of labor tracking, job costing, or cost code allocation
- Experience reviewing manual timecards or timekeeping records
- Knowledge of payroll laws and compliance requirements
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software systems
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy.
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Find Payroll Consultant JobsPayroll Consultant Jobs by City in California
Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Payroll Consultant Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Costco Wholesale52
- Rosendin Electric4
- Whatnot4
- Ensign Services3
- Rippling3
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail56
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces44
- Technology & Software11
- Food & Beverage10
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals4
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in payroll consultant jobs across California.
- 3-5 years of end-to-end payroll processing or consulting experience
- Proficiency in at least one major HRIS or payroll platform such as ADP, Ceridian, or UKG
- Knowledge of federal and multi-state payroll tax regulations and withholding requirements
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred
- Experience supporting payroll system implementations, migrations, or parallel testing cycles
- Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data reconciliation techniques
Payroll Consultant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How many payroll consultant jobs are there in California?
There are 110+ payroll consultant openings in California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles. New positions post regularly as employers across California hire.
How much do payroll consultants make in California?
Payroll consultants in California earn a median of about $91,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,070 for the lowest 10% to over $150,180 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which California cities have the most payroll consultant jobs?
San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles have the most payroll consultant openings in California right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire payroll consultants in California?
Employers hiring payroll consultants in California include Costco Wholesale, Rosendin Electric, and Whatnot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote payroll consultant jobs in California?
Yes. About 13% of payroll consultant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in California metros.
How do I apply for payroll consultant jobs in California?
You can apply to payroll consultant jobs in California directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred California location, then apply to each one that fits.
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