Payroll Processor III
2200 River Plaza Drive Sacramento, CA 95833 US
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Review, audit, and process approved timekeeping records, ensuring accuracy across multiple facilities and large employee populations.
Review and approve termination checks and related final payments in compliance with internal policy, state, and union regulations.
Support ongoing Kronos testing and troubleshooting, validating configuration updates and integrations with Workday.
Handle escalated payroll issues, providing resolution and guidance to staff as needed.
Calculate and process pay adjustments, retroactive payments, and leave of absence integrations.
Upload and reconcile payroll data files; ensure tax deposits, benefit deductions, and other compliance requirements are met.
Partner with HRIS, Timekeeping, and Finance teams to maintain process consistency during the leadership transition.
Document issues, configuration changes, and test results for transparency and audit readiness.
Required Skills & Experience:
4+ years of hands-on, high-volume payroll processing experience in a large organization (20,000+ employees), ideally in healthcare or similarly complex environments.
Union payroll processing experience strongly preferred.
Kronos and Workday experience required; UKG Absence Management knowledge a plus.
Strong understanding of payroll calculations, retroactive adjustments, and termination processing.
Thorough knowledge of California payroll and leave compliance required.
Proven ability to troubleshoot, communicate effectively, and escalate appropriately.
Must be able to work standard Pacific Time Zone hours.
Soft Skills:
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Calm under pressure and proactive in managing escalations.
Excellent communication skills; adjusts tone and approach based on audience.
Collaborative and adaptable during organizational or system transitions.
Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.
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