Payroll and Benefits Specialist

TCWGlobal•Los Angeles, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist to manage day-to-day payroll and benefits administration while maintaining accurate employee data and supporting compliance requirements. This role will process payroll and benefits, reconcile payroll-related accounts, maintain HRIS records, and serve as a resource for employee payroll and benefits questions.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
Hands-on experience processing payroll and maintaining employee information within an HRIS/payroll system.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll and benefits requirements.
Experience with payroll reconciliations, general ledger reconciliation, and payroll-related reporting.
Experience documenting processes and maintaining internal controls.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to work independently.
Strong Excel and general Microsoft Office skills.
Clear written and verbal communication skills with a service-oriented approach to employee support.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ADP Workforce Now is a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Process employee payroll and administer benefits, insurance, pension, and savings plans.
Manage payroll transmission and breakdowns, vacation accrual reporting, ADP billing, reimbursements, and related payroll activities.
Maintain accurate payroll, benefits, compensation, and employee information within the HRIS/payroll system.
Prepare monthly payroll, salary, benefits, and compensation reports.
Reconcile HR-related general ledger accounts and process related AP invoices.
Research and resolve payroll, compensation, and benefits inquiries from employees.
Provide payroll, benefits, and compensation data to internal/external auditors and regulators as requested.
Maintain accurate documentation and support internal controls related to payroll, compensation, and benefits.
Ensure payroll and benefits processes comply with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, as well as company policies and regulatory standards.
Complete required banking and compliance training and support other HR-related responsibilities as needed.