Payroll Manager

Muir Wood Teen Treatment•Petaluma, CA

2d•$95,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Oversee all payroll operations for Muir Wood, a residential treatment provider for teens. You'll manage semi-monthly payroll processing, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and partner closely with HR and Finance teams. This role owns the full payroll lifecycle—from onboarding and timekeeping to year-end filings and 401(k) administration.

Requirements

3+ years of payroll experience
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Experience with HRIS/payroll systems (Paylocity preferred)
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
High attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Basic knowledge of GAAP
Experience in healthcare or multi-entity payroll environments
Background in payroll system implementation or optimization

Responsibilities

Manage daily payroll functions: processing, bonuses, shift differentials, terminations, and special pay
Process semi-monthly payroll and post journal entries to General Ledger
Administer garnishments, tax withholdings, and employment verifications
Lead year-end processes including W-2s, ACA reporting, and annual audit support
Manage 401(k) contributions, deductions, reconciliation, and compliance reporting
Oversee workers' compensation reporting and annual audit
Train supervisors on Paylocity for timecard approvals and PTO management
Monitor regulatory updates and implement compliant policies and processes
Generate labor cost reporting to support management decision-making
Partner with HR on benefits integration, HRIS systems, and file feeds