Payroll Specialist- California

Techknowledge Group (TKG) is hiring a Payroll Specialist to join our team supporting a diverse range of clients across the country. This is a remote position, with strong preference for candidates based in California or elsewhere on the West Coast; occasional in-person working sessions may be required if local to our team.

What Makes This Role Unique

This isn’t your average in-house payroll role. As a TKG Payroll Specialist, you’ll work with multiple clients across different industries—giving you exposure to a wide variety of systems, processes, and compliance environments. You’ll become a trusted extension of our clients’ teams, delivering white glove service while growing your technical skills in a fast-paced, modern environment.

What You’ll Do

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls across multiple clients and states
  
• Manage payroll changes: new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, garnishments, and tax updates
  
• Respond to employee and client questions related to payroll, earnings, deductions, and compliance
  
• Review and audit payroll reports to ensure accuracy and completeness
  
• Coordinate with internal and client teams on deadlines and deliverables
  
• Stay current on payroll-related legislation and industry best practices
  
• Learn and adapt to client-specific systems and internal tech tools
  
• Support compliance with state-specific wage, labor, and tax laws
  

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of payroll experience, preferably supporting multiple clients or locations
  
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of payroll fundamentals
  
• Tech-savvy mindset with the ability to learn and navigate various platforms (e.g., Paylocity, Paycor, Gusto, etc.)
  
• Comfortable with client and employee-facing communication via email and video calls
  
• A curious, adaptable learner who thrives in a remote environment
  
• Familiarity with multi-state payroll compliance is a plus
  
• Experience in HCM, HRIS, or related platforms is a bonus
  

Compensation & Flexibility

• Pay Range: $53,680–$63,336 per year, based on experience and geographic location
  
• Remote-First Culture with flexible hours and a collaborative team
  
• Occasional in-person sessions for local candidates or special projects
  
• Opportunities for growth as we scale client support offerings
  

About TKG

At TKG, we help companies implement and optimize their Human Capital Management systems through strategic guidance, white glove execution, and a people-first approach. Our team blends technology expertise with a deep understanding of payroll, HR, and compliance to transform how businesses support their people.