Payroll Administrator 1 - Remote

The Wine Group•Livermore, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Payroll Administrator 1 is responsible for supporting the accurate and timely weekly and bi-weekly payroll for employees in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. This entry level role performs routine payroll tasks, maintains employee pay records, and is a point of contact for payroll-related questions and audits. This role will be expected to work with cross-functional departments to ensure accurate timesheets and payroll records.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Thrive in a high-pressure environment to meet deadlines.
Strong ability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and resolve complex payroll issues.
Strong organizational, critical thinking, and customer service skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Thrive in team collaboration environment.
Embrace and exhibit The Wine Group Core Values – Long Term Sustainable Value Creation, Relentlessly Entrepreneurial, Empowered People and Responsible and Trustworthy.

Nice To Haves

1+ years’ experience in payroll, accounting, or related field is preferred including multistate and multi-pay group payrolls.
Knowledge of Dayforce HCM (Human Capital Management) system preferred.

Responsibilities

Verify timesheets and calculate gross to net pay.
Maintain and update payroll records including new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and benefit deductions.
Ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws, including overtime and minimum wage requirements.
Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, taxes, and timekeeping.
Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies.
Maintain confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
Ensure compliance across multiple Union contracts and AG Wage Order contracts.
Ensure garnishment compliance.
Maintain check registers and positive pay files for accuracy.