West Coast Community Bank · 2 days ago
HR, Payroll & Benefits Generalist
Salinas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expWest Coast Community Bank is a top-rated community bank focused on serving the banking needs of businesses and individuals along the Central Coast. The HR, Payroll & Benefits Generalist will manage payroll, benefits administration, leave of absence programs, and regulatory reporting while ensuring compliance and efficient HR operations.
BankingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Process semimonthly payroll accurately and on time for all employees
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
Maintain accurate payroll data and support Finance with payroll reporting, audits, and GL reconciliation
Maintain data integrity in Paylocity or comparable HRIS/payroll systems
Administer health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including new hire enrollments, life events, open enrollment, and terminations
Provide timely support for employee questions on medical, dental, vision, life/disability, and 401(k) plans
Ensure compliance with COBRA, ACA, Section 125, and other regulatory requirements
Fully manage all employee leaves including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA/FEHA accommodations, disability claims, and workers’ comp coordination
Track eligibility, documentation, timelines, and communication to maintain regulatory compliance
Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and resolve discrepancies quickly
Maintain organized documentation for Finance, audits, and compliance reporting
Prepare and submit all required HR regulatory filings, including EEO-1, ACA, OSHA logs, state pay transparency reports, and other mandated submissions
Complete salary surveys and benchmarking reports for industry, compliance, and annual compensation planning
Act as a first point of contact for employee questions related to pay, benefits, timekeeping, and HR policies
Maintain accurate HRIS data and personnel files
Support onboarding and offboarding processes
Assist with employee relations documentation and policy interpretation
Identify opportunities to streamline HR workflows using digital tools, automation, and AI-enhanced processes
Improve accuracy and efficiency in payroll, benefits, LOA tracking, reporting, and employee communications by leveraging:
AI-assisted document creation and policy updates
Automated data validation and error detection in payroll/benefits files
AI-powered analytics for compliance reporting and HR metrics
Enhanced employee self-service tools and guided support
Recommend, pilot, and implement process improvements that reduce manual work and increase HR service quality
Qualification
Required
5+ years of HR experience with strong hands-on payroll and benefits administration
Paylocity experience preferred; experience with other HRIS/payroll systems acceptable
Strong invoice reconciliation, analytical, and data accuracy skills
Thorough understanding of employment laws, wage & hour rules, and LOA compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Copilot)
Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Vacation, sick leave, paid Holidays
Paid volunteer time
Employer paid life insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Ongoing training, professional development and career advancement opportunities
Company
West Coast Community Bank
ABOUT WEST COAST COMMUNITY BANK Founded in 2004, West Coast Bank is the wholly owned subsidiary of its holding company, West Coast Community Bancorp.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Maxwell Sinclair
Executive Vice President & Chief Risk Officer
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