Payroll Administrator

General Dynamics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego seeks a Payroll Administrator to oversee day-to-day payroll operations, train junior staff, ensure timely weekly processing, and uphold compliance with company policies, bargaining agreements, and state and federal law.

This role reports to the Payroll Supervisor or Accounting Manager and aims to maintain accurate payroll while delivering excellent service to team members in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• 6–8 years of proven experience managing and processing full-cycle payroll.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) strongly encouraged.
• Deep understanding of payroll software (e.g., PeopleSoft, Workforce AutoTime) and Microsoft Excel/Word.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and wage/hour laws (FLSA).

Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Supervise daily payroll activities and workflows to maintain end-to-end processing.
• Manage deductions including benefits, retirement contributions, taxes, garnishments, and levies.
• Maintain complete payroll records compliant with regulatory standards and company policies.
• Assist in system implementation and monitoring software changes.
• Identify ways to boost efficiency and support payroll operational updates.
• Prepare specialized payroll reports for upper management.
• Reconcile payroll postings with the general ledger.
• Document and update internal payroll procedures for changes in laws.
• Serve as subject matter expert for internal and external payroll audits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Data entry accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Workforce AutoTime

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Payroll Administrator to assist in overseeing the day-to-day operations of our payroll department. In this role, you will lead and train junior payroll staff, ensure the timely and accurate execution of weekly payroll, and maintain strict compliance with all company policies, collective bargaining agreements and State and Federal Laws. You will also step in to assume responsibility for the department in the Payroll Supervisor’s absence. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and works seamlessly with diverse teams. Reports to Payroll Supervisor and/or Accounting Manager.

Job Posting End Date: Until Filled

Shift

1st

Security Clearance

No Clearance

Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Payroll Administrator to assist in overseeing the day-to-day operations of our payroll department. In this role, you will lead and train junior payroll staff, ensure the timely and accurate execution of weekly payroll, and maintain strict compliance with all company policies, collective bargaining agreements and State and Federal Laws. You will also step in to assume responsibility for the department in the Payroll Supervisor’s absence. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and works seamlessly with diverse teams. Reports to Payroll Supervisor and/or Accounting Manager.

The primary mission for the Payroll Administrator is to ensure that payroll processing is timely and accurate, while delivering excellent customer service to our team members. It is to maintain full compliance with all applicable policies, laws, and collective agreements, while actively anticipating and managing changes within the evolving payroll environment.

Essential Functions And Duties

• Execute full-cycle payroll processing for all employees, ensuring absolute accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Supervise daily payroll activities and workflows to maintain seamless end-to-end processing.
• Manage voluntary/involuntary deductions, including benefits, retirement contributions, taxes, garnishments, and levies.
• Maintain complete and accurate payroll records, ensuring all documentation complies with the regulatory standards and company policies.
• Assist in system implementation and monitoring software changes.
• Identify ways to boost efficiency and supports payroll operational updates to improve quality, safety, speed and cost-effectiveness.
• Compile and analyze data to prepare specialized, high-level payroll reports for upper management.
• Research post accounting transactions related payroll, ensuring proper general ledger alignment.
• Document, review and update internal payroll procedures to reflect changing laws and process improvements.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for internal and external payroll audits.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned

Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Six to eight (6-8) years of proven experience managing and processing full-cycle payroll.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is strongly encouraged.
• Deep understanding of payroll software (such as PeopleSoft, Workforce AutoTime) and proficient in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPS, pivot tables) and Word.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and wage/ hour laws (FLSA).
• Exceptional data entry accuracy and strong analytical skills to reconcile payroll discrepancies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to resolve employee payroll inquiries and strict commitment to maintaining sensitive, confidential HR and financial data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The essential functions of this role are performed in an office setting. The role requires prolonged periods of working in a stationary position, operating a computer, computer programs, and standard office equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. The role requires perceiving information and communicating effectively with others in person, online, and on the phone

PAY SCALE

$83,600 - $108,100

General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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