Payroll Specialist

MCVO Talent Outsourcing Services; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MCVO Talent Outsourcing Services in Manhattan Beach, CA, is seeking a Payroll Specialist responsible for accurate bi-weekly payroll processing. There may be cross-training on accounts payable tasks in the future, for which training will be provided.

The role requires a cooperative approach with internal personnel, academy personnel, and outside vendors. Essential duties include providing regular payroll updates bi-weekly, reviewing timesheets three times a week, cross-referencing timesheets to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 2–3 years of payroll processing or accounting experience.
• Experience supporting US-based business operations.
• Foundational knowledge of payroll principles and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with Paycom or similar payroll platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular updates on payroll bi-weekly.
• Review timesheets three times a week.
• Cross-reference timesheets to the schedule.
• Generate a weekly labor hour report.
• Track non-paid labor from state government (TSEs).
• Support additional labor tracking and analysis tasks as needed.
• Prepare payroll and payroll tax returns timely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Paycom familiarity

Variance analysis

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Adaptability

US operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Payroll platforms

Job description

This is a position primarily responsible for accurately processing bi-weekly payroll. There may be some cross training on accounts payable related tasks in the future, of which the company will provide training. This position requires a cooperative approach with internal personnel, academy personnel, and outside vendors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide regular updates and payroll bi-weekly
• Reviewing timesheets 3x a week
• Cross referencing timesheets to the schedule
• Generating a weekly labor hour report
• Tracking non-paid labor that we get from the state (TSEs – Transitional Subsidized Employment)
• Additional labor related tracking and analysis tasks will be given in the future
• Prepares payroll and all payroll tax returns on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Experience

• 2–3 years of proven payroll processing or accounting experience.
• Demonstrated history of supporting US-based business operations.

Technical Skills

• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory payroll requirements.
• Familiarity with Paycom or similar payroll platforms (preferred).
• Analytical & Critical Thinking : Ability to perform variance analysis, data reconciliation, and complex problem-solving.
• Accuracy & Attention to Detail : Precise calculation and thorough data verification.
• Time Management : Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and handle urgent payroll requirements.h5i> li>
• Communication : Excellent verbal and written English skills; ability to communicate clearly and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Adaptability : Self-motivated, reliable, and comfortable in fast-paced environments.

Shift / Hours

Monday – Friday Payroll Period – 11PM to 3AM; Operating hours are subject to adjustment as additional duties are assigned; however, the role will maintain its night shift requirement.

Payroll week Hours Normal Week Hours

Mon – 6PM – 3AM 8 11PM – 3AM 4

Tue – 11PM – 3AM 4 12AM – 3AM 3

Wed – 11PM – 3AM 4 12AM – 3AM 3

Thu – 11PM – 3AM 4 12AM – 3AM 3

Fri – 11PM – 3AM 4 12AM – 3AM 3

TOTAL 24 16

Business Overview

Client operates 6 franchises of gyms in California.

Location: Manhattan Beach, CA