Payroll and Benefits Specialist

TCWGlobal; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

TCWGlobal in Downtown Los Angeles, CA, seeks a Payroll & Benefits Specialist for a W2 contract-to-hire position in a hybrid work setting. The role focuses on daily payroll administration, benefits management, and data accuracy within the HRIS system.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in payroll/benefits, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of applicable laws. The position requires attention to detail and independence with periodic reporting and audits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Hands-on payroll processing and HRIS data maintenance.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll requirements.
• Experience with payroll reconciliations and GL reporting.
• Attention to detail with the ability to work independently.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication for employee support.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process employee payroll and administer benefits, insurance, pension, and savings plans.
• Manage payroll transmissions, 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 laws and company policies.
• Complete required banking and compliance training and support other HR-related responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Payroll processing

HRIS data integrity

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

W2 Contract to Hire

Hybrid, Downtown Los Angeles, CA

$38-40/hr

Position Summary

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What We’re Looking For

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

TCWGlobal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.

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