Payroll Specialist/HR Generalist

Description We are looking for a Payroll Specialist/HR Generalist to support payroll operations and core human resources activities for a dynamic organization in Watsonville, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can balance accurate payroll administration with employee support, benefits coordination, and compliance-related HR work. The role requires sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams while handling sensitive information with care.

Responsibilities:
• Process full-cycle payroll for multiple company entities, ensuring timely and accurate weekly payroll completion for a large employee population.
• Review, correct, and approve timekeeping records, then organize payroll reports and maintain documentation in shared internal systems.
• Prepare recurring and year-end payroll-related reporting, including wage statements, audits, tax documentation, and emp...