Payroll Administrator
West Coast Careers • Carlsbad, California • Full Time • $70,000–$80,000 / year
Posted on Fri, Oct 9, 2026
Carlsbad, CA | Hybrid
Direct Hire | $70,000–$80,000 + Benefits
We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist who understands payroll beyond simply entering information into a payroll system.
This is a client-facing payroll position where you’ll manage payroll processing for multiple clients, review payroll data for accuracy, troubleshoot discrepancies, and work directly with clients to ensure payroll is completed accurately and on time.
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of hands-on payroll experience
- Experience processing biweekly payroll
- Strong understanding of payroll processes, calculations, deductions, compensation, and employee changes
- Ability to review payroll and identify when something doesn’t look right
- Experience researching and resolving payroll discrepancies
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Comfortable managing multiple client priorities and deadlines
- Able to learn new payroll systems and processes quickly
A Great Fit If You...
You understand payroll, not just payroll software.
You know how payroll information flows through the process, can spot potential problems, ask the right questions, and take ownership of getting issues resolved.
Payroll service bureau or multi-client payroll experience is a plus, as is experience with payroll implementation or client onboarding.
Specific industry or payroll software experience is not required — the company is willing to train the right person.
Why Consider It?
- $70K–$80K
- Hybrid schedule in Carlsbad, CA
- Full-time, direct hire
- Benefits
- Strong employee-focused culture
- Opportunity for professional development and advancement
- Opportunity to take on more complex clients and responsibilities as you grow
If you’re a payroll professional looking for a long-term opportunity with a company that invests in its employees, apply today.
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- Advertised pay for Payroll Administrator: a median of $61,360 across 633 priced postings. This posting advertises $70,000 to $80,000, 22% above that median. Explore the market
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