Payroll Administrator

• Process full-cycle, multi-state payroll on a biweekly schedule, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including earnings, deductions, and tax data, while resolving discrepancies promptly
• Administer payroll tax processes, such as withholding, reporting, and remittance, and manage year-end filings including W-2s
• Ensure compliance with complex state regulations, including California wage and hour laws, and support internal and external audits
• Oversee employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and leave programs, processing changes as needed
• Administer the company's 401(k) plan, managing enrollments, contributions, loans, and distributions to ensure compliance
• Reconcile payroll and benefits data, including general ledger entries and invoices, identifying and correcting discrepancies
• Generate detailed payroll and benefits reports to support management and finance teams in decision-making
• Coordinate annual nondiscrimination testing and audits for retirement plans in partnership with plan providers
• Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees, providing timely and accurate resolutions

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience managing payroll in a multi-state environment
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations, with expertise in California compliance
• Proficiency in payroll systems, preferably ADP Workforce Now, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage sensitive information confidentially
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced settings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on providing outstanding customer service

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation or experience with benefits administration platforms

• medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
• enrollment in company 401(k) plan