Entertainment Partners · 16 hours ago
Staff Payroll Analyst
Burbank, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$62K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expEntertainment Partners is a company that powers Oscar-winning films and Emmy-winning shows, providing a dynamic work environment. They are seeking a Payroll Analyst to manage payroll processes, ensure compliance with regulations, and improve payroll systems while providing excellent customer service to employees and management.
Enterprise SoftwareFinancial Services
Hiring Manager
Jonathan Cummins
Responsibilities
Problem Resolution – Responds to requests for employee data from various departments and outside agencies and resolves issues in accordance with state and federal wage and hour law regulations. Investigates discrepancies and inconsistencies by researching supporting documents and payroll and or benefits records
Customer Service – Must facilitate management and employee understanding of payroll and benefit procedures to resolve inquiries and discrepancies. May assist end-users with system issues
Communication – keeps management and HR staff informed of systems and compliance changes
Detail oriented - must document and question issues throughout the payroll process that impact employees, other departments, 3rd-parties and relevant data used or shared to meet weekly payroll processing needs
Process Improvement – Must maintain current on payroll systems to achieve alignment with HR benefits and other related functions to ensure effective accounting support
Compiles, analyzes, prepares and inputs payroll data such as but not limited to, garnishments, 401k, and benefit deductions
Prepares and processes biweekly transfer of payroll data with the automated system to produce accurate and timely payroll. Reviews, verifies and releases payroll information to ensure accuracy on regular, supplemental, and off-cycle payrolls including manual check process
Responsible for collecting, calculating, coding, batching timecards and expense reports according to Company policies and practices and state and federal requirements
Performs various payroll, benefits and payroll tax account reconciliations for accounting
Prepares and reconciles periodic, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, tax and W2s, workers compensation, etc.)
Performs detailed audits of individual records as well as general audits of transactions and makes payroll and benefit adjustments as necessary
Maintains payroll records, registers and reports to document the details of payroll records
May prepare management and ad-hoc reports
Processes benefit data to ensure all information is up to date in HR and payroll systems
Prepares and reconciles carrier statements and ensures statements are paid in a timely manner
Assists with other benefit administration duties and audits, which may include but not limited to 401k, ESOP and healthcare benefits
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting/human resources related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
3 plus years' payroll, benefits, payroll tax, and accounting work experience in a multi-state environment. CPP certification a plus
Experience in human resources function desired
Knowledge of Federal and State Wage and Hours laws. Withholding, tax tables, and garnishment regulations
Thorough knowledge of complex and specialized payroll and data processing procedures. Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications and UKG Pro in a multi-state environment
Knowledge of human resource functions
Strong knowledge of accounting and/or mathematical functions
Customer service oriented
Ability to handle stressful situations in a confidential manner
Proficiency in researching, organizing and reporting data
Professional demeanor, appearance and positive attitude with proactive approach to responsibilities
Problem-solver and attention to detail
Good judgment and decision-making skills
Able to work independently and in a team environment
Solid communication skills including verbal, writing and in-person
Ability to learn new tasks quickly and retain new information quickly
Must be highly organized, efficient and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Solid time management skills
Ability to take initiative, self-direct, and meet deadlines
Proficiency using spreadsheets, Microsoft Office and communicating in email professionally
Maintains regular and reliable attendance and willing to work overtime as needed to meet deadlines
Demonstrates flexibility
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision options
401(k) retirement savings plan and company match
Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time
Participation in company equity plans
Employee Assistance Program, mental health and wellness programs
Training and development
Annual bonus and merit reviews
Company
Entertainment Partners
Entertainment Partners is the global leader in entertainment payroll, residuals, tax incentives, finance.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TPG
2019-03-28Private Equity
2019-03-26Acquired
Leadership Team
Markham Goldstein
CEO/President
Darren Seidel
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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2025-10-13
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2025-06-21
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2025-02-13
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