Human Resources Payroll Manager

This hybrid role in Van Nuys, California offers a salary range of $95,000 to $110,000 and a benefits-forward environment that prioritizes health, retirement savings, and work-life security. The position oversees HR administration, multi-state payroll, employee benefits, compliance, and related operations with a special focus on California labor law, all within a flexible remote/hybrid setting.

Benefits and culture

• Health coverage with 100% employer paid for the employee on the core Gold PPO plan, with an option to upgrade to Platinum; dependent coverage at 80%.
• Dental and vision insurance provided for the employee and dependents at no direct cost.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 8% of eligible compensation.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, plus life insurance of $200,000 with potential to increase to $400,000, all funded by the employer.
• Paid time off for personal and vacation needs.

In addition to these benefits, the role supports a collaborative environment that emphasizes compliance, efficiency, and a positive employee experience across the organization. This position includes a hybrid work arrangement in the Van Nuys area and provides a comprehensive compensation package aligned with responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs, including Open Enrollment, benefit changes, and employee support.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee HR questions and issues.
• Coordinate full-cycle recruiting: post openings, screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, coordinate interviews with management, prepare offer letters, and coordinate background checks.
• Maintain and update the employee handbook, policies, and HR procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Coordinate the employee performance evaluation process.
• Administer and support the 401(k) plan, including enrollments, changes, and audits.
• Administer Workers’ Compensation reporting and annual audit processes.
• Collaborate with legal counsel on employment matters as needed.
• Conduct salary surveys and assist with compensation analysis.
• Administer and process semi-monthly payroll using a payroll system such as Rippling or similar; manage payroll across multiple states.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements; maintain payroll tax accounts and respond to notices.
• Ensure compliance with California wage and hour laws, including overtime, meal and rest break, final paycheck, and wage statement requirements; reconcile payroll-related benefits and deductions.
• Coordinate 401(k) payroll contributions and reporting; prepare payroll reports and provide accounting support as needed.
• Partner with Finance during month-end close to support payroll accruals and journal entries.
• Serve as liaison with external IT providers and manage internal technology needs.
• Administer employee access credentials, ID badges, and facility access systems.
• Coordinate company events and employee functions; support onboarding and staffing operational needs.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in human resources and payroll administration.
• Demonstrated experience processing multi-state payroll.
• Strong knowledge of California labor law and payroll compliance requirements.
• Experience administering payroll systems, with Rippling preferred.
• Experience administering employee benefits and 401(k) plans.
• Experience managing HR compliance, policies, and employee relations.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Technologies

• Rippling
• QuickBooks