Payroll & Benefits Supervisor

Golden Pet Brands • Los Angeles, CA

3d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll & Benefits Supervisor is responsible for overseeing accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing and benefits administration for the organization. This role leads day-to-day operations, ensures adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, and partners closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to deliver a high-quality employee experience while maintaining strong internal controls.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll, tax compliance, and benefits regulations
• Experience with HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., Paycor knowledge preferred)
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset
• 5+ years of payroll and benefits experience, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Business with a focus in Analytics

Responsibilities

• Supervise end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states or entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Review payroll calculations, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and off-cycle payments
• Ensure compliance with all applicable wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
• Oversee payroll audits, reconciliations, and quarterly/year-end processes (W-2s, 941s, state filings)
• Partner with Finance on payroll funding, general ledger reconciliations, and reporting
• Support the Total Rewards Manager with administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and leave programs
• Manage benefit enrollments, changes, terminations, and carrier file feeds within the confines of payroll processing
• Ensure compliance and accurate benefit/payroll coordination with FMLA, STD and state leave programs
• Supervise, coach, and develop payroll coordinators
• Establish and document standard operating procedures and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and enhance employee experience
• Support HRIS and payroll system updates, implementations, and testing

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans.
• Annual bonus
• We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions, ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career.
• 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, free weekly yoga and meditation classes, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
• Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock.
• Reimbursements for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usage for eligible employees.
• Professional development opportunities with mentorship, continuous learning programs, and performance-based pay increases, empowering you to progress and excel in your career.
• Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $9 million to date.
• Potential for quarterly KPI bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level