PMC: Payroll Analyst

Penske Media • Los Angeles, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske Media Corporation is hiring a Payroll Analyst based in Los Angeles. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, this role works closely with the corporate HR and Finance teams and handles payroll processing for multiple companies and brands within PMC, along with day-to-day management of several company benefit plans. The role supports accurate, timely payroll administration and the implementation of union-related pay and benefit policies, while contributing to the ongoing development of the company’s benefit platforms and offerings. PMC describes its working environment as highly collaborative and office-first, prioritizing in-person collaboration and not offering remote-only roles.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3–5 years of payroll experience is preferred.
• At least 2 years of payroll processing experience in a union environment.
• Knowledge of payroll processing; union payroll and administration experience is a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of web-based payroll and timekeeping systems; UKG is preferred.
• Expert-level Excel skills, including extensive experience with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Self-motivation and a desire to continually improve the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of processes.

Nice To Haves

• Union payroll and administration experience.
• Experience with UKG payroll and timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update HRIS database records and ensure employee data is accurate.
• Administer payroll processes, including employee onboarding, changes, and terminations.
• Prepare and analyze reports, including headcount, turnover, and payroll summaries.
• Maintain compliance with multi-state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll transactions accurately and on time, including verifying timekeeping records and deductions.
• Assist with union initiation fees and regular union dues deductions, and ensure timely remittance to the union.
• Calculate and process salary increases and retroactive pay in accordance with union agreements.
• Set up and maintain deduction codes, payroll groups, and policies for member employees.
• Collaborate with legal and people teams to implement union-related pay and benefit policies accurately and on time.
• Support union audits.
• Manage several company benefit plans.

Benefits

• PMC-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with no employee paycheck contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Company discounts and perks, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, mortgage discounts, and savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials.
• Flexible Vacation Policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed