Payroll Associate

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll, reimbursements, manual adjustments, final checks, severance checks, merit increases, bonuses, garnishments, and deductions for multi-state employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records according to government standards, including new hires, terminations, and changes.
• Handle garnishments and benefit contributions.
• Respond promptly and professionally to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and timekeeping.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
• Absorb and assist with payroll audits and reporting as needed.
• Support treasury operations by processing vendor payments and assisting with cash flow monitoring.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams for seamless payroll and treasury operations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.

Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.).
• Demonstrated expertise with ADP Workforce Now and multi-state payroll processing.
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment and labor laws.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Collaborative, proactive, and customer-service focused.

Required Qualifications

• Years of Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• Work Experience: 2–4 years of payroll processing experience.
• Advanced proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
• Experience with ADP or similar systems.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote per week.
• Office environment requiring extended computer use.
• May lift up to 25 lbs of files or documents.
• Domestic travel up to 15% for training and team meetings.

Pay and Benefits

$70,304 - $80,000 annually is the estimated pay range for this role working in Fremont, California office. The final amount will be determined based on qualifications & experience of the candidate relative to the role.

Our comprehensive employee benefits include bonuses, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D insurance, Paid Time Off, EAP, & 401(k).