Payroll Assistant

Gibson Dunn; Los Angeles, California (CA, MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement benefits

Paid days off

Parental leave

Basic life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Discretionary, performance-based bonuses

Job summary

A leading global law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Payroll Assistant responsible for processing payroll for up to 2,200 employees on a semi-monthly basis. The role demands effective communication skills, and organizational abilities, and prefers candidates with experience in payroll systems. Benefits include health care, retirement plans, and paid time off. This is a full-time entry-level position in Human Resources.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with standard payroll concepts and practices.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day payroll support and answering employee inquiries.
• Running ad-hoc reports and preparing payroll checks.
• Maintaining confidential employee payroll records.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Analytical skills

Customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Workforce Now

ADP system

Enterprise eTime

Workforce manager

Job description

Join to apply for the Payroll Assistant role at Gibson Dunn. Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Based in Los Angeles, the Payroll Assistant will be responsible for full payroll processing for up to 2,200 employees on a semi‑monthly basis and will report to the Payroll Manager.

Base pay range

$45,000.00/yr - $55,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Providing day‑to‑day payroll support including answering employee payroll related questions.
• Working independently and within a team on ongoing and special projects.
• Running ad‑hoc reports in Report Writer, Time & Attendance system, and CMS.
• Preparing Excel reports, tables and charts.
• Preparing and sorting of payroll checks and mailings.
• Maintaining highly confidential employee payroll records and ensuring records are kept confidential in accordance with federal and state regulations and firm guidelines.
• Processing garnishments, liens, and child support orders.
• Completing employment verifications in accordance with firm policy.
• Managing unclaimed checks, stop payments, and check adjustment processes.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills and follow‑through with employees of all levels.
• Strong organizational, multi‑tasking, and analytical skills.
• Ability to perform successfully in a deadline‑oriented environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work effectively with a team.

Experience

• 0‑2 years of experience in Payroll processing.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with Workforce Now or ADP system preferred.
• Experience with Enterprise eTime or Workforce manager a plus.
• Familiarity with standard payroll concepts, practices, and procedures desired.
• Knowledge of federal and state overtime and applicable labor laws preferred.
• Experience with all types of wage garnishments preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wage and hour regulations preferred.

Benefits

• Health care
• Retirement benefits
• Paid days off, including sick time and vacation time
• Parental leave
• Basic life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discretionary, performance‑based bonuses

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Law Practice

Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law.