Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Aston Carter; United States; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)

Pension Plan

Job summary

Aston Carter in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Administrator to support a diverse workforce in a fast-paced environment. This contract-to-hire role offers stability, exceptional benefits, and the chance to own payroll processes with a collaborative team.

The position requires 3+ years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and a solid understanding of payroll compliance. You will work in a hybrid setting after training, partnering with HR, Benefits, and Finance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll experience.
• Experience processing payroll for medium to large populations.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and best practices.
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP or similar platforms.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees with a high degree of accuracy.
• Review, reconcile, and maintain payroll records and employee data.
• Enter and audit benefits deductions, tax withholdings, garnishments, and reimbursements.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and payroll regulations.
• Process employee expense reimbursements.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Support payroll reporting and audits.
• Provide responsive customer service to employees regarding payroll-related inquiries.
• Work closely with HR, Benefits, and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations.

Skills

Payroll experience

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Time management

Tools

ADP

HRIS

Job description

Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)

$33.39/hr | Contract-to-Hire

Join an Organization That Makes an Impact

Are you a payroll professional looking for stability, exceptional benefits, and the opportunity to support a mission-driven organization? We're seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Administrator to join a collaborative payroll team supporting a diverse workforce in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys owning payroll processes, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional internal customer service while working for an organization with a strong culture, outstanding long-term benefits, and meaningful work.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential

Hybrid schedule after training (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)

35-hour work week (7-hour days)

Outstanding benefits upon permanent hire:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)
• Pension Plan

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to support professionals in the entertainment and media industry

What You'll Do

• Process payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees with a high degree of accuracy
• Review, reconcile, and maintain payroll records and employee data
• Enter and audit benefits deductions, tax withholdings, garnishments, and reimbursements
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and payroll regulations
• Process employee expense reimbursements
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Support payroll reporting and audits
• Provide responsive customer service to employees regarding payroll-related inquiries
• Work closely with HR, Benefits, and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations

What We're Looking For

Required

• 3+ years of payroll experience
• Experience processing payroll for medium to large employee populations
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and payroll best practices
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP or similar platforms
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong customer service and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience in a union or nonprofit environment
• Knowledge of garnishments, deductions, and benefits administration
• Payroll reconciliation experience
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment

You'll be part of a close-knit payroll team in a professional, collaborative office environment. Training will be conducted onsite, after which you'll transition to a hybrid schedule. The team values accountability, teamwork, accuracy, and delivering an exceptional employee experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.39 - $33.39/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Los Angeles,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.