Payroll Technician

Central Valley Regional Center (CVRC)

. Process and validate biweekly payroll for approximately 900 hourly and salaried employees .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeFresno • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $27 - $33 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll administration, including processing biweekly payroll, reconciling payroll records, and ensuring compliance with California wage-and-hour regulations. Proficient in utilizing ADP and HRIS platforms for payroll processing and benefit administration.

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Payroll AdministrationADP Payroll ProcessingCalifornia Wage-and-Hour CompliancePayroll ReconciliationCustomer Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingTimesheet AuditingBenefit DeductionsJournal Entry PreparationPayroll Data AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceHigh-Volume Payroll ProcessingPayroll Accounting Records MaintenanceW-2 ProcessingTax Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationSound JudgmentConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

ADPHRIS PlatformsSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree in AccountingValid California Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Payroll AdministrationEmployee BenefitsCalifornia Labor LawsPayroll AuditsFiscal Year-End Closing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process and validate biweekly payroll for approximately 900 hourly and salaried employees
Review, audit, and reconcile employee timesheets for California wage-and-hour compliance
Administer payroll processing through ADP and related systems
Process final pay, retroactive payments, supplemental pay, and other payroll adjustments
Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and system issues
Process benefit deductions and benefit-related payroll transactions
Administer payroll and benefit time integrations for employees on leaves of absence
Support annual open enrollment, benefit elections, qualifying life events, and benefit changes
Assist employees and managers with payroll and benefit-related questions and issues
Provide guidance and training regarding payroll processes, timekeeping, and policies
Maintain payroll and benefits reference materials, communications, procedures, and SharePoint content
Prepare payroll-related journal entries and supporting documentation for Finance and Accounting
Reconcile payroll-related general ledger and balance sheet accounts
Prepare payroll disbursements, including benefit premiums, retirement contributions, taxes, garnishments, and deductions
Process employee mileage and expense reimbursements
Prepare payroll, benefit, accounting, and other internal and external reports
Maintain payroll records according to regulatory and organizational retention requirements
Support internal and external payroll and benefit audits
Participate in fiscal year-end and calendar year-end closing processes
Assist with year-end payroll balancing, benefit reconciliations, W-2 processing, tax reconciliations, and benefit rate updates
Support regulatory, payroll, tax, and benefit-related changes
Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll, benefits, compensation, and employee information
Establish effective working relationships with employees, managers, auditors, vendors, and external agencies
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, human resources, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and payroll-related experience
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in payroll administration or similar role, processing high-volume, multi-department payrolls for a workforce with a significant hourly employee population
Experience administering payroll through computerized payroll systems and HRIS platforms
Experience reconciling payroll records, preparing payroll-related journal entries, and maintaining payroll accounting records
Ability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and resolve complex payroll and benefits issues
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality
Demonstrated customer service, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive and confidential information
Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance
Ability to travel to all CVRC offices (Fresno, Visalia, Merced) as assigned or required
Manual dexterity for typing on a computer keyboard
Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus required to view computer monitor, read numbers and printed material
Mobility sufficient to reach, lift and transport files and other work material to work areas
Sitting for extended periods of time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer-paid medical plan options available for employees
Employer-paid dental and vision coverage for eligible family members
CalPERS Pension Retirement Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance
Supplemental Life & AD&D coverage options at group rates
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, personal time, holidays, and longevity leave
Flexible schedules, including 9/80 work week options with every other Friday off
Telecommute opportunities for eligible positions after introductory period
Meaningful work supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families