Payroll Lead

Payroll Lead

We are seeking an immediate need for a Payroll Lead for a well-known Entertainment company in West LA. The Payroll Coordinator will take direction from the Payroll Director to process payroll for the bi-weekly payroll system.

• Develop and maintain a daily priority schedule for Payroll Associates to ensure timely task completion.
• Oversee and track follow-up on outstanding payroll-related tasks.
• Review and validate semi-monthly journal entries for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor 401(k) transactions and activity with the plan provider.
• Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external email inquiries.
• Conduct regular data audits to ensure integrity and accuracy of payroll information.
• Perform benefit audits to confirm proper enrollment and deductions.
• Process wage verification requests in accordance with company policy.
• Prepare and deliver internal reports as requested by management.
• Submit and manage service tickets with external vendors to resolve payroll-related issues.
• Provide additional support and perform tasks as directed by Payroll Managers, including assistance with new projects and potential acquisitions.

• 3+ years of payroll experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Workday software is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task, adapt to changes and continuously exceed or meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is a must
• Interact effectively with multiple levels of management within the organization
• Work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of wage and hour regulations, tax laws affecting payroll, and regulations on processing withholding and support orders

$40.00 to $45.00 per hour

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.