Payroll Coordinator

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner @ Central Garden and Pet Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records in the Dayforce system for new hires, terminations, transfers, and employee status changes; including rate or job changes. Work closely with managers to confirm and verify timekeeping data for weekly payrolls
• Time and Attendance Management:
  Reviewing, correcting, and validating timecards in Dayforce, ensuring managers have approved hours, and checking for exceptions (like missed punches or unapproved overtime)
• Inquiry Resolution:
  Serving as the primary point of contact for employees with payroll questions or discrepancies
• Create ad hoc reports for headcount, payroll, benefit and other HR projects; provide Dayforce reports to upper management
• Responsible for annual Open Enrollment communications, postings and inquiries; and a key role in seasonal hiring activities; handle onboarding new hire paperwork processes within Jobvite, Hire Right and Dayforce
• Address and resolve inquiries regarding employee questions on benefits, new hire onboarding, company policies, and payroll questions
• Code and process vendor invoices including temporary labor invoices
• Act as a liaison between the Human Resources and Accounting functions
• Handle efficiently and effectively all administrative duties as assigned

• Associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in managing and processing a small to mid-sized company payroll
• Must be proficient within an HR System (Dayforce is preferred)
• Previous experience working in a public-traded company is a plus
• Must be able to handle highly confidential information/data appropriately
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy; strong written, interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated computer skills, with proficiency using Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently; deal with ambiguity; flexibility and able to adapt to change
• Team player, able to work cross functionally and with all levels in the organization
• Strong problem-solving abilities, including a willingness to perform whatever tasks are required to complete a project on time; ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Experience working in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment is preferred
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

• Warehouse office environment

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay.
• Paid parental leave.

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger.

Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,450 employees primarily across North America. Visit  to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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