Payroll Associate II - CA

blentech; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 55,078 - 61,381; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (employee)

Dental insurance (employee)

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blentech Corporation is seeking a Payroll Associate II to join our Human Resources team in Santa Rosa, CA. You will manage day-to-day payroll, maintain HRIS records, and serve as the primary payroll contact while collaborating with HR leadership on recognition programs.

Requirements include 3 years of payroll experience, UKG HRIS proficiency, and multi-state payroll knowledge. This onsite role offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Education: HS diploma or equivalent; AA degree preferred.
• Experience: 3 years of dedicated payroll processing for 100+ employees.
• Payroll scope: multi-state; international payroll via EOR is a plus.
• Technical: UKG HRIS; experience with a PEO model is a plus; MS Office and HRIS workflows.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll records and data management.
• Operate UKG payroll with HR Supervisor approval.
• Provide internal payroll support and resolve inquiries.
• Collaborate with Accounting to reconcile payroll data.
• Assist with compensation benchmarking using Salary.com.
• Coordinate staff celebrations and recognition initiatives.
• Handle administrative tasks including uniforms, business cards, Udemy, and reviews.

Skills

Communication

Math & analytics

Organization

Professional integrity

Education

High school diploma

AA degree preferred

Tools

UKG HRIS

Microsoft Office

G-Suite

Job description

At Blentech Corporation, we specialize in "Blending Simplicity with Technology." We design and manufacture innovative industrial processing solutions. We are currently seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Payroll Associate II to join our Human Resources team. This role is vital to ensuring the precision of our payroll operations while actively supporting our company culture and employee appreciation initiatives.

Position Summary

The Payroll Associate II executes day‑to‑day payroll processing and maintains the integrity of our HRIS database. Working under the direction of the Human Resource Supervisor, you will handle the tactical entry of employee data, time‑tracking records, and W‑2 documentation. Beyond core compliance and processing, this position serves as the primary point of contact for internal payroll inquiries and collaborates closely with HR leadership to coordinate employee recognition, milestone celebrations, and administrative projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll & Data Management: Oversee the end-to-end creation, maintenance, and processing of accurate and timely payroll records. Manage tactical data entry for employee profiles, timecards, and company W-2 documentation.
• UKG Experience: Must have UKG experience running and completing payroll with final approval with the HR Supervisor.
• Employee Support: Serve as a dedicated, supportive resource for internal staff to address and resolve payroll-related questions and issues.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Accounting department to align and reconcile employee payroll information.
• Compensation Analysis: Assist the HR Supervisor with benchmark compensation analysis utilizing Salary.com for annual increases, new hires, and promotional opportunities.
• Culture & Recognition Initiatives: Coordinate staff celebrations, Years of Service awards, milestone recognition, holiday parties, and quarterly safety lunches. Manage company award nominations (e.g., Best Places to Work).
• Administrative Support: Maintain company clothing/uniform inventory, manage the employee business card process, assist with Udemy platform management, and monitor weekly company reviews on Glassdoor and Indeed. Compile, log, and submit CMTA forms. Run business errands as required.

Required Competencies

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to deliver excellent customer service to internal staff and interpret professional correspondence, procedure manuals, and safety rules.
• Mathematical & Analytical Aptitude: Proficiency in calculating figures and amounts (discounts, commissions, percentages) and applying basic algebraic concepts.
• Organization & Adaptability: Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Proven ability to prioritize a dynamic workload and adapt to changing priorities with a positive attitude.
• Professional Integrity: A demonstrated commitment to operational excellence, high standards, and maintaining strict confidentiality regarding sensitive employee data.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; an AA degree in Accounting, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: 3 years of dedicated payroll processing experience managing payroll for an organization with over 100 employees.
• Payroll Scope: Run and complete multi‑state payroll experience is required. International payroll experience utilizing an Employer of Record (EOR) is a strong plus.
• Technical Skills: Prior experience operating within the UKG HRIS platform is required. Experience working within a PEO model is a plus. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, G‑Suite, and modern HRIS workflows.
• This is an onsite position. You must live within driving distance of the Santa Rosa office.
• HRIS Knowledge: Must have a minimum of a year of UKG payroll experience, and PEO experience is a plus.

What We Offer

• Wage Range: $26.48 - $29.51
• Benefits: 100% company‑paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for the employee.
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) package.
• Collaborative culture with customized career development tracks designed to help you grow with us.

We are not accepting international candidates and are not open to recruiters.

Blentech Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment relationships are at‑will, and job descriptions are subject to change at management's discretion.