Payroll Specialist II

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay app access

Awardco platform rewards

Multiple medical plan options

Travel discounts and employee extras

Wellness programs

401k program

Internal mobility and transfers

Job summary

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) in Los Angeles seeks a Payroll Specialist II to manage payroll processing for hourly and salaried staff, ensure accuracy, and maintain compliance with regulations. You will collaborate with Time and Attendance, Accounting, and HR teams to resolve discrepancies and support audits.

The role requires 5–7 years of payroll experience, proficiency with ADP and SAP, and strong attention to detail. Eligible for full-time benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 5–7 years of payroll experience.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes, government regulations, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for hourly and salary employees accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with Time & Attendance to review hours and resolve discrepancies.
• Review pay for accuracy, process corrections, and finalize payments.
• Manage pay card payments and reconciliation; handle employee pay inquiries.
• Ensure updates for new hires, terminations, and rate changes are processed.
• Support audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Collaborate with Compensation, Benefits, Labor Relations and Field Operations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Supervisory skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

FPC designation desirable

Tools

ADP

SAP

Job description

Take a Huge step in your career and join Worldwide Flight Services. WFS employs over 22,200 of the finest professionals in ground handling across a global network of more than 170 locations and 22 countries on five continents. A career with us opens up a world of opportunities to develop your existing skills, to learn new skills, and to experience working with different customers and cultures with the sole aim of always delivering a world-class service. WFS provides a full-service capability that includes Aviation cargo, Airline passenger, and Aviation ramp services. Our team of people is highly trained, highly skilled, and confident airport service professionals who are supported by local training and development. We are passionate, capable, and always willing to explore new opportunities presented by customers all over the world.

About WFS

Join our Worldwide Flight Services and Oxford family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipments, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 227 airport locations, 27 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

Job Summary

The Payroll Specialist II will be responsible for processing payroll along with supporting the Payroll Management team in ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations

Responsibilities

• Responsible for working with Time and Attendance Coordinator to review employee hours for payroll uploads and works to help resolve inaccuracies
• Responsible for processing payroll for hourly and salary employees, reviewing for accuracy, facilitating appropriate corrections, and validating payroll for finalization and payment
• Reviews pay discrepancies and provides a resolve
• Processing and management of pay card payments and reconciliation
• Handles employee pay inquires in a timely manner
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Supports audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Works closely with Compensation, benefits, labor relations and field operations
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Work on special projects as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma and Five-Seven years of related experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to show discretion with confidential information
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with payroll software preferably, ADP and SAP.
• FPC designation desirable

Preferred Skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to show discretion with confidential information
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with payroll software preferably, ADP and SAP.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Supports audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Works closely with Compensation, benefits, labor relations and field operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

Perks & Benefits

• Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
• Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
• Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
• Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
• Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
• Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
• Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.