Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Founded in 1948, the San Francisco Foundation is one of the nation’s largest community foundations — a grantmaking public charity dedicated to improving life within a specific local region. Our mission is to mobilize resources and act as a catalyst for change to build strong communities, foster civic leadership, and promote philanthropy in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Position Summary: The payroll and benefits administrator is vital to ensuring that staff receive equitable pay and benefits in an accurate and timely manner. The position is a strategic partner on the Human Resources team, responsible for the daily maintenance and management of the HRIS system that allows staff to access their pay and benefits records, supporting transparency and data-driven decision making.

Authority: The payroll and benefits administrator has the authority to make real-time decisions about system adjustments to ensure compliance with legal requirements. The role partners with external auditors, the internal finance team, and the human resources team to make decisions related to payroll and benefits administration.

Role: The payroll and benefits administrator is responsible for processing all aspects of payroll, including consolidating timesheet information, creating certified payroll reports, performing basic calculations, verifying data, and reconciliation as required. They will coordinate payroll submissions, generate reports, and review payroll-related documents. Additionally, they are responsible for administering staff benefits.

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