HR & Payroll Manager

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

Employment Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Location: Bakersfield, CA
Schedule: Approximately 40–50 hours per week
Compensation: $30.00–$38.00 per hour, depending on experience

About the Opportunity

Key Staffing is seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Manager for a well-established organization in Bakersfield, California. This direct-hire position is ideal for a dependable, hands-on professional who can take full ownership of payroll while supporting the company’s day-to-day Human Resources, employee administration, and office-management needs.

The ideal candidate will have strong California payroll knowledge, practical HR experience, accounting or financial knowledge, and the confidence to oversee employees and serve as a reliable resource for both staff and leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage and process accurate, timely payroll for company employees.
Review employee timekeeping records, wages, deductions, overtime, reimbursements, and payroll adjustments.
Ensure payroll practices comply with California wage-and-hour regulations and applicable federal and state employment laws.
Maintain accurate payroll, personnel, and employment records.
Support employee onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, and other employee-related processes.
Serve as a primary point of contact for employee payroll and general HR questions.
Assist with employee relations, performance management, corrective actions, and workplace concerns.
Maintain and update employee policies, procedures, and the company handbook.
Coordinate workers’ compensation claims, documentation, and communication.
Assist with accounting and financial functions related to payroll, reporting, reconciliations, and recordkeeping.
Oversee employees and support daily office operations as needed.
Partner with company leadership to ensure HR and administrative processes are handled efficiently and consistently.
Protect confidential employee, payroll, and company information.
Perform additional HR, payroll, accounting, and office-management duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

At least 3–5 years of relevant payroll, Human Resources, or office-management experience.
Strong hands-on payroll processing experience.
Working knowledge of California payroll requirements, wage-and-hour regulations, and employment laws.
Experience supporting general HR functions and employee administration.
Accounting or financial knowledge, including payroll-related reporting and reconciliation.
Previous experience supervising, managing, or providing direction to employees.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally.
Proficiency with payroll systems, Microsoft Office, and general office technology.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience updating employee handbooks, policies, and procedures.
Experience coordinating workers’ compensation claims.
Familiarity with payroll taxes, deductions, garnishments, benefits, and compliance reporting.
Previous experience in a combined HR, payroll, accounting, or office-management role.
HR or payroll certification is a plus but not required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and comfortable taking ownership of payroll from start to finish. They understand the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance while remaining approachable and responsive to employees.

This individual will be equally comfortable processing payroll, handling day-to-day HR responsibilities, supporting accounting functions, overseeing employees, and assisting leadership with the operational needs of the business.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Direct-hire opportunity with an established Bakersfield employer.
Competitive hourly compensation of $30.00–$38.00, depending on experience.
Key role with ownership of payroll and involvement in HR operations.
Opportunity to work closely with company leadership and make a meaningful impact.
Stable, full-time position with long-term growth potential.

If you are an experienced payroll and HR professional looking for a hands-on leadership opportunity in Bakersfield, we encourage you to apply.

Commitment to Diversity: As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Key Staffing recognizes that a diverse staff reflective of our community is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.