Nelson Connect

Human Resources Generalist / Payroll Manager

Location: Sonoma County, CA

Compensation: $70,000–$90,000 DOE

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, bilingual Human Resources Generalist / Payroll Manager to join a growing team. This role is ideal for someone with strong payroll expertise who also enjoys supporting HR operations, benefits administration, employee relations, and cross-functional collaboration. Experience with Paycom is highly preferred.

Human Resources Responsibilities

• Coordinate new hire onboarding, orientation, and employee training.
• Prepare and maintain new hire packets and HR documentation.
• Maintain employee personnel files (electronic and paper) and perform periodic file audits.
• Administer HR records while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
• Assist with benefits administration and workers' compensation cases.
• Serve as a resource for employees by responding to HR-related questions in a timely and professional manner.
• Utilize Paycom and the company's HRIS system for daily HR activities.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail distribution.
• Run occasional business errands, including bank deposits and office supply purchases.

Payroll Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain payroll, benefits, workers' compensation, attendance, and leave records.
• Ensure payroll compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Calculate payroll deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit deductions.
• Manage payroll processing through Paycom.
• Set up employee timekeeping and assist employees with payroll and time-entry questions.
• Balance payroll accounts, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure payroll accuracy.
• Prepare payroll-related reports and support payroll audits as needed.
• Meet all payroll deadlines while maintaining exceptional accuracy.

Accounting & Reporting

• Collaborate closely with the Accounting team on payroll and benefit reconciliations.
• Prepare payroll expense, tax, and benefits reports.
• Record and document payroll information
• Prepare daily deposits and maintain accurate financial documentation.

Customer Service

• Provide exceptional internal customer service to employees and managers.
• Respond promptly to payroll and HR inquiries.
• Assist employees with Paycom access, time entry, benefits, and payroll questions.
• Partner with department managers to resolve payroll and HR-related issues efficiently.

Organizational Skills

• Effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities and shifting deadlines.
• Maintain organized payroll and HR records.
• Continuously improve payroll and HR processes.
• Stay current on payroll regulations and employment law changes.
• Demonstrate excellent time management, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Human Resources experience.
• Strong payroll processing experience required.
• Experience with Paycom strongly preferred.
• Experience with benefits administration and workers' compensation.
• Strong Excel and computer skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required