Payroll Coordinator needed at Extreme Reach (Los Angeles)
Company: RICE GORTON PICTURES LTD
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: January 28, 2023
Job Description:
Payroll Coordinator
Los Angeles, CA
The Payroll Coordinator processes payroll for assigned
clients/shows and is the primary point of contact for assigned
clients in all matters related to their payroll process.
You will be expected to knowledgeably and efficiently process
payroll for all U.S. states, including non-union and union
payrolls. Proficiency is required with the various (IATSE,
SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA, etc.) union agreements, locals and guilds for
Film, Television, Commercials, and other entertainment
verticals.
The Payroll Coordinator will understand the various requirements
and conditions relating to union meal penalties, overtime,
turnaround penalty, and forced calls, and will be capable of
reviewing timecard breakdowns to identify elements such as
incorrect pension rates or missing vacation or holiday
calculations.
Responsibilities
- Process incoming payroll, which includes breaking of timecards
in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and Collective
Bargaining Agreements
- Provide quality service in assisting and servicing clients in
regards to payroll production, tax-related issues, answering
pertinent questions, and problem- solving in compliance with
company policy and procedure
- Proficient knowledge and utilization of payroll database and
Hours-To-Gross systems. Should be familiar with applicable
functions, processes and reports: fringe review, invoicing,
Hours-To-Gross timecard edits and timecard verification, payroll
history reports, cast lists, etc.
- Maintain accurate and acceptable files on each client/show, in
accordance with company policy and procedure, and as required for
tax incentive, union,
declaration of residency, and tax or employment eligibility
audits
- Maintain the client relationship as it relates to the timely
processing of the client's payroll. This includes responding to
questions and resolving payroll issues
- Provide exceptional customer service both to clients externally
and in partnering with and/or backing up colleagues
Perform other projects or duties as assigned
Required Traits
- Focused on meeting the expectations and requirements of
internal and external customers
- Time management and the ability to multi-task
- Treats people with respect
- Relates well to all levels and kinds of people inside and
outside the organization
- Makes others comfortable and puts them at ease
- Problem solver and well organized
- Strong follow-up and follow-through skills
Required Experience
- Four year college degree (preferred) or high school
diploma
- Must have a minimum of 2-5 years' experience in the
entertainment payroll industry
- Working knowledge of all U.S. state and federal payroll
regulations and familiar with entertainment industry union (IATSE,
SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA, etc.) collective bargaining agreements
- Multi-level relationship building skills
- Excellent oral and written communication ability
- Ability to work towards team and individual goals
- Knowledge in using an analytical approach to breaking
payroll
- Must exhibit sense of urgency with regard to servicing client
needs
- Flexibility to shift priorities as needed to service the team's
clients
- Understanding of and commitment to maintaining current
knowledge of industry
trends, concepts, products and practices
- Must have the ability to break payroll and learn advanced
concepts when ready
- Self-motivated, must be able to work independently and within a
team environment
Keywords: RICE GORTON PICTURES LTD, Los Angeles , Payroll Coordinator needed at Extreme Reach (Los Angeles), Human Resources , Los Angeles, California
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