Payroll Analyst

THE ROLE:

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for a large, multi-state employee population. This role manages all aspects of payroll administration—from data collection and verification to payment distribution and reporting—while collaborating closely with Operations, Human Resources, and Finance to ensure seamless coordination. The Payroll Analyst plays a key role in maintaining data integrity, resolving payroll issues, and delivering a positive experience for all employees.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including data entry, timecard validation, and reconciliation for a high-volume workforce.

• Calculate and verify wages, deductions, bonuses, and overtime, ensuring compliance with all applicable tax and labor regulations.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee information within the HRIS and payroll systems, including new hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations.

• Process and oversee direct deposits, paychecks, and year-end documentation such as W-2s.

• Prepare, validate, and distribute payroll reports for management and auditing purposes, ensuring accurate reconciliation of payroll accounts.

• Serve as the main point of contact for payroll inquiries, providing timely and professional support to employees and internal partners.

• Ensure accurate withholding, garnishments, and compliance with federal and state payroll regulations.

• Support process improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and consistency in payroll operations.

• Develop and deliver payroll training and education sessions to staff as needed.

This is a hybrid position, coming into the El Segundo office 1-2x per week.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

Skills

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity in high-volume payroll environments

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines

• Knowledge of payroll laws, taxation, and compliance requirements

• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems, as well as Microsoft Excel and related tools

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a customer service mindset

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in payroll, accounting, or HR administration

• Demonstrated experience managing payroll for large employee populations preferred

• Associate degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field preferred

• Proven ability to collaborate across HR, Finance, and Operations to resolve issues and improve processes