Payroll Analyst at Los Angeles, CA

Job Title:

Payroll Analyst Location:

Los Angeles, CA 90038 (On-site)

Pay Rate:

$50.50/Hr on W-2

Duration:

6+ Months (Contract)

Hours:

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support our team in Los Angeles. This role will handle end-to-end multi-frequency payroll processing, data entry, SAP payroll adjustments, and garnishments, while providing critical coverage during upcoming Oracle system testing. The ideal candidate thrives under tight deadlines and excels in a large-company, multi-state, union environment.

Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing & Adjustments:

Process multi-frequency union and non-union payrolls. Perform SAP payroll adjustments, schedule updates, and data entry.

Compliance & Auditing:

Audit and reconcile HR and payroll data to resolve discrepancies. Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, including multi-state taxation and SOX compliance.

Garnishments & Reconciliations:

Provide timely processing and setup of employee garnishments. Reconcile payroll integration and bank files.

System Testing & Projects:

Support specific project deadlines and provide testing support for system upgrades and periodic tax updates.

Reporting & Support:

Generate ad hoc payroll reports and respond promptly to employee payroll inquiries with excellent customer service.

Required Qualifications Experience:

3+ years of payroll processing experience within a large, enterprise corporate setting.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office with intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) .

Soft Skills:

Exceptional attention to detail, strong verbal/written communication, ability to maintain strict confidentiality, and the capacity to prioritize competing demands under pressure. Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves)

Systems:

Experience with SAP Employee Central Payroll (ECP) or other major HCM systems is heavily preferred.

Union Payroll:

Prior experience managing end-to-end processing for union payrolls is highly preferred.