Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

Position Summary
We are seeking a Payroll & Benefits Coordinator ideally with business management and/or financial management experience to join our team of dedicated professionals. This position can be based out of Century City on a hybrid basis. The Payroll & Benefits Coordinator is responsible for supporting the payroll, timekeeping, and benefits functions of the Human Resources department.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Sr. Payroll & Benefits Manager by preparing daily, weekly, bi-weekly, and quarterly reports.
• Monitor payroll ticketing system and process requests to correct timesheet errors and make manual adjustments and corrections.
• Ensure labor law compliance by reviewing mean and rest break data, and compiling necessary meal waiver forms.
• Assist in manual check preparations, including final checks, severance pay, and bonuses.
• Coordinate with HR regarding any employee changes in payroll (i.e. terminations, new hires).
• Conduct benefit meetings with employees.
• Assist employees with health, dental, life, and other related benefit claims.
• Administer COBRA.
• Review and respond to unemployment claims with appropriate documentation.
• Assist with leave of absence administration.
• Prepare and complete employment verification inquiries from outside agencies.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role and high school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience in a similar role with multi-state payroll processing highly preferred.
• Multi-state payroll experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of applicable labor laws and best practices.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Knowledge and experience with ADP Workforce Now, Concur, and Workday.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with an analytical mindset.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple deadlines.
• Ability to act in a confidential capacity.

About Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman
Founded in 1967, Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman ("GRF") is a leading full-service business management firm for an exclusive assortment of entertainers, executives, and select high net worth individuals. Our 30 partners and over 600 staff members deliver comprehensive financial services in the fields of music, motion pictures, television, sports, literature, and other creative and performing arts. Our firm has offices in Los Angeles, New York City, Nashville, San Rafael, Wilmington, and London.

This is a non-exempt, overtime eligible position (hourly). The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $59,000 - $68,000. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidate information, including education and work experience, is verified upon an offer of employment. Falsification of application information may be grounds for denying employment.

Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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