Payroll Administrator

Payroll AdministratorWe are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations and core human resources activities for a growing workforce in Ventura, California. This role combines end-to-end payroll ownership with day-to-day HR coordination, requiring strong judgment, precision, and a solid understanding of employment practices. The ideal candidate brings deep payroll expertise, experience working across multiple pay schedules, and the ability to manage sensitive employee information with care.Responsibilities:Manage complete payroll processing for a workforce of more than 400 employees across multiple pay cycles, ensuring all payments are issued accurately and on schedule.Review and administer earnings and deductions such as bonuses, commissions, garnishments, benefit withholdings, and other payroll adjustments.Maintain payroll and employee records within ADP Workforce Now and related systems, keeping information current, organized, and audit-ready.Reconcile payroll registers, tax documentation, and payroll-related general ledger entries to support accurate financial reporting.Assist with payroll audits and year-end activities, including preparation and review of wage statements and required reporting.Address employee questions related to pay, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely and thorough manner.Monitor payroll practices for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including California wage and hour requirements.Support HR operations by coordinating onboarding, orientation, separations, personnel file maintenance, and routine policy guidance.Contribute to benefits administration, leave tracking, workers' compensation coordination, and employee communication efforts.Provide recruiting and HR program support through interview scheduling, new employee processing, training coordination, and employee engagement initiatives.