Sr. Paymaster, Sports & Entertainment

Roman Health Pharmacy LLC; Burbank, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Roman Health Pharmacy LLC seeks a Sr. Paymaster for end-to-end payroll across film, TV, live events and digital media. You will ensure timely processing while adhering to union contracts and tax laws, and collaborate with production clients to enhance payroll efficiency.

The role requires 2–4 years in entertainment payroll, strong knowledge of guild rules, and expertise with payroll software and MS Office. Onsite in California with a focus on accurate, auditable payroll operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–4 years of payroll experience in the entertainment industry.
• Strong knowledge of payroll practices for entertainment and guild rules (SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA, IATSE).
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and payroll/accounting software.
• Ability to manage multiple jurisdictions and ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll for cast and crew across multiple projects.
• Ensure compliance with union contracts and tax regulations.
• Prepare payroll reports and support audits and regulatory inquiries.
• Collaborate with IT to improve payroll systems and automate processes.

Skills

Entertainment payroll

Union rules

MS Excel

Payroll software

Tools

Payroll software

Accounting software

Job description

Position Summary

The Paymaster, Sports & Entertainment is responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll processes for multiple entertainment projects, including film, television, live events, and digital media. The role requires ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing while maintaining compliance with union agreements, tax laws, and other regulatory requirements. The Sr. Paymaster works closely with production clients and leverages industry experience to enhance staff development in entertainment payroll.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to company policies and payroll best practices. Ensure compliance with complex payroll regulations related to entertainment labor laws, guild agreements (SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA, IATSE, etc.), and state and federal tax laws. Manage payroll for multiple jurisdictions and locations. Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll for cast, crew, and production employees, including union and non-union workers. Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, including tax withholdings, deductions and benefits. Provide detailed payroll reports. Oversee union compliance reporting and respond to audits and inquiries from regulatory agencies. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in labor laws, union contracts, and industry standards. Identify opportunities for process improvements, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency in payroll operations. Implementation of payroll systems and software updates, keeping abreast of new tools and technologies. Collaborate with IT and development teams to enhance functionality and resolve system issues. Serve as an entertainment payroll SME for payroll processes and procedures. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Minimum of 2 - 4 years of experience in processing payroll within the entertainment industry. Strong knowledge of entertainment industry payroll practices, union agreements, and applicable labor laws. In-depth knowledge of guild and union rules (SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA, IATSE, etc.) Proficiency with entertainment Industry payroll software and accounting systems. Strong understanding of tax laws, wage and hour laws, and payroll best practices. Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with attention to detail and accuracy. Experience with process automation and payroll technology solutions. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to efficiently organize work activities to meet daily and weekly deadlines. Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment. Intermediate to strong skills in MS Office, including Excel and Outlook Education & Experience 2 - 4 years of experience in the entertainment payroll industry Physical Demands Physical Read Only The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Frequently required to sit; occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to talk and hear. Moderate concentration/intensity, which includes prolonged mental effort. Average memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Disclaimer The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off: PTO, Holidays, Parental leave and Sick Leave provided as required by applicable state law
• Other Benefits: Life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, employee assistance program (EAP), flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), Identity theft protection, critical illness, accident, cancer, hospital protection, legal and pet insurance

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