Sierra Central Credit Union · 22 hours ago
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Yuba City, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$25.88/hr - $28.72/hr
1+ years expSierra Central Credit Union is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist responsible for administering payroll and employee benefits programs. This role involves ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of payroll, maintaining employee records, and serving as a key point of contact for payroll and benefits inquiries.
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Responsibilities
Perform routine payroll processing functions including computing payroll, auditing payroll records, and completing reports
Complete per cycle and per month audits of appropriate payroll and benefit records to ensure accurate and timely adjustments when necessary
Reconcile year-end adjustments and assist with accurate year-end reporting
Process new hires, terminations and employee data changes, including pay-related updates
Process benefit enrolment in third-party (TPA) websites and HRIS
Perform monthly vendor benefit billing reconciliations
Assist Payroll and Benefits Manager during open enrolment periods by coordinating and scheduling employee meetings, providing administrative support, and performing audits to ensure accuracy and compliance
Assist the Payroll and Benefits Manager with PDL, FMLA, CFRA and employee accommodations administration
Record Cobra events
Validates 401(k) contributions in a timely manner and reconciles contributions to the Standard
Maintain detailed and accurate payroll and benefit records and documentation for audit purposes
Maintain confidentiality of all records including payroll, benefit, employment, and company specific
Assist with special projects and other HR-related tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Basic understanding of payroll principles, processes including compliance requirements
Basic understanding of leave laws related to PDL, FMLA, CFRA, and other applicable regulations
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems (Paylocity preferred)
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Minimum of 1 year of payroll and benefits experience required; 2–3 years preferred
Experience working with HRIS/Payroll systems required; Paylocity experience preferred
High school diploma or equivalent required
Preferred
2–3 years of payroll and benefits experience preferred
Paylocity experience preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance options
Voluntary Lines including hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness policies
Company Paid HRA (with enrollment in certain health plans)
Company Paid Basic Term Life Insurance
Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance for Full-Time Employees
Company Paid Telehealth Services Membership (Teladoc)
Company Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off
Travel Expense Reimbursement
Company
Sierra Central Credit Union
Sierra Central Credit Union is a credit union company that offers online banking, mobile wallet, and loan services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ronald Sweeney
President and CEO
Ernie Martin
SVP Chief Lending Officer
Recent News
2025-10-28
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2023-12-25
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