Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Hollywood Park Management Company.•Inglewood, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist administers benefits programs and provides essential payroll processing support. Reporting to the Head of Payroll & Total Rewards, this detail-oriented position ensures precise payroll execution and serves as the primary contact for employee benefits inquiries. The role is based on-site in Inglewood, California, and has normal workday hours in Pacific Time, with occasional nights, holidays, and weekends needed for events.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Human Resources, Payroll, or Benefits is preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace.
Strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive HR data.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Willingness to learn and genuine interest in developing a career in People Operations.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including lifting up to 20 pounds and prolonged standing or sitting.
Proficiency in English.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience with HRIS systems such as Paycor or Workday.
PHR, SHRM-CP, or CPP certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with biweekly payroll processing by validating timesheets, earnings codes, premiums, PTO, and employee data for accuracy.
Prepare payroll audit reports and assist with special payroll runs, including retroactive pay, bonuses, and adjustments.
Maintain accurate employee payroll records in Paycor and ensure high data integrity.
Respond to payroll inquiries about pay, deductions, timekeeping, and cost center updates.
Support payroll compliance reporting, internal audits, and year-end payroll processes.
Monitor and audit timekeeping records for compliance with California labor laws and company policies.
Review missed punches, meal/rest premiums, premium triggers, schedule discrepancies, and overtime exceptions.
Partner with managers to correct timekeeping errors, ensure timely approvals, and escalate recurring issues.
Provide People Operations and leadership with reporting and insights about timekeeping trends and exceptions.
Administer health, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, COBRA, EDD, and 401(k) benefits programs.
Provide employees with day-to-day support regarding benefits eligibility and related matters.
Monitor benefits eligibility for enrollment and changes, and organize and manage annual open enrollment.
Serve as a contact for plan vendors and third-party administrators.
Assist with financial and legal reporting, including quarter-end and year-end reporting, reconciliations, EEO-1, ACA, and 401(k).
Ensure accurate and timely payment of health benefit invoices.
Assist with processing compensation changes, including annual increases, market adjustments, promotions, bonuses, and off-cycle actions.
Update compensation data in Paycor, ensuring accurate salary, grade, bonus, and job information.
Prepare compensation reports and audit data for internal equity, compa-ratio reviews, and payroll readiness.
Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive compensation information.