PMC: Payroll Analyst
About The Position
Penske Media Corporation is hiring a Payroll Analyst based in Los Angeles. Reporting to the Payroll Manager and working closely with the corporate HR and Finance teams, the role processes payroll for multiple companies and brands within PMC and manages several company benefit plans. The position is part of a collaborative Accounting team and calls for a service-oriented approach, professionalism, confidentiality, and an interest in improving payroll and benefits processes. The Payroll Analyst administers bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll, maintains employee records in the HRIS, supports union-related payroll and benefits administration, prepares reports, and helps ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations. PMC describes its work environment as office-first, prioritizing in-person collaboration and not offering remote-only roles.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of payroll processing experience in a union.
- Excellent knowledge of web-based payroll and timekeeping systems.
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivation and a desire to continually improve process efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness.
- Strong understanding of payroll processing.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
- Strong computer skills, including expert-level Excel skills and extensive experience with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
Nice To Haves
- Three to five years of payroll experience is preferred.
- Union payroll and administration experience is a plus.
- Experience with UKG is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manage and update HRIS database records and ensure employee data is accurate.
- Administer payroll processes for onboardings, employee changes, and terminations.
- Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll transactions accurately and on time, including verification of timekeeping records and deductions.
- Prepare and analyze reports such as headcount, turnover, and payroll summaries.
- Maintain compliance with multi-state and local employment laws and regulations.
- Assist with union initiation fees and regular union dues deductions, ensuring 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.
Benefits
- PMC-paid medical, dental, and vision healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions for employees and their families.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting.
- 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 other wellness, lifestyle, and financial savings.
- Flexible Vacation Policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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