Payroll Processor POST NUMBER: 471188

Fairfield, CA

Job Title: Payroll Processor (Contract – 2 to 6 Month Projects)
Location: Fully Remote

We are seeking experienced Payroll Processors for multiple fully remote , 2–6 month project-based engagements. These roles are ideal for payroll professionals who can quickly step in to support ongoing payroll operations, system transitions, or interim coverage needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process full-cycle, multi-state payroll accurately and timely

  • Review and validate payroll data including earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings

  • Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries

  • Support payroll tax compliance and reporting requirements

  • Maintain payroll records and ensure adherence to internal controls

  • Assist with payroll reporting and reconciliations

Qualifications

  • 3 years of hands-on payroll processing experience

  • ADP Vantage experience strongly preferred; open to ERP-savvy professionals who can quickly learn new systems

  • Multi-state payroll experience preferred

  • Strong understanding of payroll tax fundamentals

  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

These are excellent opportunities for adaptable payroll professionals seeking flexible, remote, project-based work.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.
Posted 2026-05-28

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