Human Resources - Payroll Professional (HR Operations)

TL;DR

Human Resources Payroll Professional (HR Operations): Managing and processing U.S. multi-state and Canada semi-monthly payroll for 2,500 employees with an accent on accuracy, auditing, and regulatory compliance. Focus on coordinating payroll associate tasks, auditing new hires and terminations, and managing 401K activities.

Location: Hybrid (Los Angeles, CA). Must be based in Los Angeles and be present in the office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

Salary: $77,000 - $95,000

Company

Leading global entertainment and sports agency representing top athletes and creators across various media and business sectors.

What you will do

• Coordinate daily priorities and oversee follow-up tasks for three Payroll Associates.
• Process accurate and timely semi-monthly exempt and non-exempt payroll for 2,500 employees across multiple U.S. states and Canada.
• Audit daily activities, including new hires, terminations, promotions, relocations, and job changes.
• Review semi-monthly journal entries and monitor 401K activities with plan providers.
• Handle internal and external communication, wage verifications, and internal reporting requests.
• Support payroll managers in preparing for new projects and potential acquisitions.

Requirements

• Experience with Workday Payroll and Time Tracking.
• Proficiency with ADP SmartCompliance.
• Strong knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and an accounting background.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Must be based in Los Angeles, CA to meet hybrid onsite requirements.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary and eligibility for a discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive corporate benefits package.
• Collaborative work environment within a world-leading agency.
• Structured hybrid work model.