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Payroll and HR Coordinator

Nelson Connects
Santa Rosa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/20/2026

Payroll & HR Coordinator


Petaluma, CA | Full-Time | Direct Hire


$34–$35/hour Outstanding Benefits


Are you a payroll professional who loves accuracy, problem-solving, and being part of a collaborative team? Have you wanted to expand your experience into Human Resources as well?


This could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! We are partnering with a well-established and growing company in the restaurant/hospitality industry seeking a Payroll & HR Coordinator to join their team in Petaluma. This is a terrific long-term opportunity for someone who enjoys payroll but is also excited to gain additional HR experience and grow professionally.


What makes this opportunity stand out:

✨ Strong compensation at $34–$35/hour

✨ 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employees

✨ Excellent additional benefits package

✨ Stable, team-oriented environment

✨ Opportunity to grow into broader HR responsibilities

✨ Paid 30-minute lunch

✨ Schedule: 8:00–4:00 or 9:00–5:00


What they’re looking for:

Strong payroll experience required

Experience processing high-volume hourly payroll preferred

Paylocity experience highly desired

Restaurant and/or hospitality industry experience preferred

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Comfortable auditing payroll, balancing reports, and managing complex payroll items

Good Excel and computer skills


About the role:

This position supports approximately 300 employees and involves biweekly payroll processing, including multiple pay rates, tips, PTO adjustments, and timekeeping systems including Paylocity and Toast. During non-payroll weeks, this individual will also assist with HR coordination and employee support functions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to be a key part of a growing organization and eventually become a strong payroll partner and backup resource for the team. Interested or know someone who could be a fit?

Salary : $34 - $35

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