Payroll Assistant

  • Thrive Foods
  • Modesto, California
  • 09/09/2025
Full time

Job Description

Job Title: Payroll Assistant

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: Manager

Location: Onsite Modesto, CA

Hourly range listed is dependent upon experience

The payroll assistant will be responsible for processing weekly payroll and maintaining time records.

Essential Functions Include:

  • Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees' hourly rates, salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, and other information.
  • Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions.
  • Issues, or reissues, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
  • Maintain all garnishment, support orders and processes federal and state withholding orders.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Include:

  • Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll software. ADP payroll experience preferred.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Two years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping with at least six months of experience in payroll preferred.

Physical Requirements:

  • Consistent and reliable attendance
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • May require occasional overtime, based on business needs


Compensation details: 25-27.5 Hourly Wage



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