Human Resource generalist and Payroll Specialist

$74,880 - $83,200/Yr

AppleOne - Saratoga, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Saratoga, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are seeking a dedicated HR Generalist / Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic school team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in an organized environment, has a strong work ethic, and is passionate about providing excellent service to staff. The position involves payroll responsibility for over 110 employees, including full-time, seasonal, exempt, and non-exempt staff, ensuring smooth operations within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll semi-monthly for 100+ employees, ensuring accuracy and timely submissions.
• Oversee timecard approvals, secure necessary signatures for 25 hourly employees, and validate all payroll data.
• Work closely with the CFO and Controller to ensure payroll journal entries, benefits deductions, and garnishment calculations are properly recorded and reported.
• Assist with audits, prepare census reports, and manage live scans/fingerprinting for faculty and parents.
• Provide general clerical support, including helping with school community events and other HR-related duties.
• Use Excel to verify stipend calculations, manage benefit deductions, and process wage garnishments, overpayments, final checks, and more.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and procedures.
• Ability to work independently, with a proven record of delivering results with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, professional demeanor, and the ability to interact with faculty, administrators, and business partners.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Excel and Paylocity (or similar payroll software).

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience in the education or nonprofit sector is preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Paid sick time