Temporary Payroll Manager (Dayforce Required)

A well-established San Diego organization is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager for an immediate temporary assignment. This is a hands-on role responsible for managing payroll operations, ensuring compliance, supporting year-end payroll activities, and serving as the internal subject matter expert for Dayforce.

This position requires someone who can step in quickly, work independently, and maintain accurate payroll processing within a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 850 employees
• Process semi-monthly payroll cycles accurately and on time
• Audit payroll records and identify discrepancies
• Prepare year-end payroll tax reconciliations
• Manage W-2 processing and required payroll adjustments
• Ensure compliance with California Wage & Hour laws
• Research and resolve payroll-related issues
• Generate payroll reports and provide data analysis as needed
• Partner with HR and leadership on payroll-related matters
• Serve as the Dayforce subject matter expert for payroll functions
• Support payroll year-end activities and compliance requirements

Required Qualifications

• Direct hands-on Dayforce experience
• 5+ years of payroll experience
• Experience managing full-cycle payroll processing
• Strong payroll tax knowledge
• Experience with payroll audits and reconciliations
• W-2 processing experience
• Strong understanding of California Wage & Hour regulations
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
• HRIS reporting experience
• Benefits administration exposure
• Experience supporting large employee populations
• Experience with payroll analytics and reporting

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.