Human Resources Manager

About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and people-focused Human Resources Manager to oversee all HR and payroll functions while serving as a key strategic partner to leadership. This role requires a balanced focus on compliance, employee relations, and administrative efficiency—particularly in managing payroll and ensuring adherence to both federal and California employment regulations.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate professionalism when handling confidential matters, bring clarity and fairness to performance management, and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This position is highly cross-functional, with responsibilities spanning HR operations, payroll processing, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to company leadership and employees on HR compliance and best practices

• Manage all phases of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding

• Administer employee benefits via the Ease platform (including enrollments, terminations, and 401(k) plans)

• Process accurate, manual semi-monthly payroll using QuickBooks Desktop, including PTO, 401(k), mileage, and timecard tracking

• Ensure compliance with state and federal labor laws; maintain and update employee handbooks, policies, and internal procedures

• Address employee relations concerns confidentially and professionally

• Support the performance review process, including preparation of documentation and facilitation of discussions

• Track and manage leave policies (FMLA, CFRA), workers’ compensation claims, and related compliance issues

• Maintain accurate and organized employee records for audit and reporting purposes

• Proactively evaluate and enhance HR processes; recommend new tools and systems as needed

• Lead recruitment efforts across all departments and provide timely HR reporting and metrics to leadership

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail, especially in manual payroll processing

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a diplomatic approach to sensitive matters

• Ability to operate with agility in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment

• Sound decision-making abilities and organizational excellence

• In-depth understanding of California labor laws, payroll, and HR compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Associate’s degree with relevant experience also considered)

• Minimum 5 years of HR experience, including employee relations and payroll

• Proven experience supporting an organization with 30+ employees

• QuickBooks Desktop Payroll experience (required)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience with Ease, Ascensus 401(k) administration, and full-cycle recruiting preferred

• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, PHRca, or SPHR are strongly preferred

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Schedule

• Full-time, on-site

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Compensation

• Salary: $95,000 – $105,000 per year

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

Application Questions:

• Are you seeking full-time or part-time employment?

Experience Requirements:

• QuickBooks Desktop (not Online): 2 years (Required)

• Payroll processing: 2 years (Required)

• HR management: 5 years (Preferred)