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Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist(Multi-State C&B)

Los Angeles, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Jun 2025

💰 $90,000/yr

About the role

Job Title: Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Irvine, CA
Salary Range: $90,000 - $120, 000 (USD)
Job ID#: 154355

Job Summary: We’re seeking a full-time Senior SSC Operations for our Los Angeles-based corporateoffice.
Responsibilities: Payroll Administration:

Process multi-state payroll transactions using ADP Workforce Now, including salaries, bonuses, garnishments, deductions, taxes, and third-party payments.
Coordinate and manage the entire payroll processing cycle, ensuring timely and accurate payroll runs.
Generate and submit post-payroll reports to headquarters and relevant stakeholders.
Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including wage and hour regulations.
Review and respond to payroll tax notices from federal, state, and local tax authorities, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.

Benefits Administration

Oversee and administer all types of employee leaves, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, and personal leaves, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Coordinate with employees, managers, and HRBP to facilitate leave requests, maintain accurate records, and ensure seamless return-to-work transitions.
Conduct benefits audits, reconciliations, and ensure accurate enrollment and deductions.
Manage annual open enrollment processes, including communication, system updates, and employee assistance.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to benefits administration, such as ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and HIPAA.

Reporting And Compliance

Prepare and manage regular reports, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports related to earnings, taxes, deductions, and benefits.
Ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation to support audits and compliance requirements.
Stay current with changes in payroll and benefits laws and regulations, advising management on necessary updates.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, with a focus on multi-state payroll processing.
Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll and benefits laws and regulations.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is preferred.