Payroll & Accounting Operations Leader

Ventura-Coastal; Tipton (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Company holidays

Performance bonus opportunity

Job summary

Ventura Coastal, LLC in Tipton or Visalia, CA is seeking an Accounting Operations Manager to lead our payroll operations and support key accounting functions. The role focuses on building efficient, compliant processes and partnering with Finance and HR to strengthen operations.

You will oversee bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union staff, ensure accurate wage and benefit calculations, and drive internal controls while supporting month-end close and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive payroll management experience.
• 3+ years processing payroll for union and non-union workforces.
• Hands-on Paycom payroll administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of California wage and hour laws and payroll compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees across multiple locations.
• Ensure accurate processing of wages, overtime, bonuses, shift differentials, retroactive pay, and final pay.
• Review payroll for accuracy and compliance before final processing.
• Supervise payroll staff and promote efficient payroll operations.
• Administer union payroll provisions and wage scales per CBAs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including payroll tax.
• Support payroll tax reporting, audits, reconciliations, and documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities and general ledger analysis.
• Provide backup for AP/AR and other accounting functions; participate in system improvements.

Skills

Payroll management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

CPP designation (preferred)

Tools

Paycom

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ventura Coastal, LLC in Tipton or Visalia, CA is seeking an Accounting Operations Manager to lead our payroll operations and support key accounting functions. The role focuses on building efficient, compliant processes and partnering with Finance and HR to strengthen operations.

You will oversee bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union staff, ensure accurate wage and benefit calculations, and drive internal controls while supporting month-end close and financial reporting.