Senior Payroll Analyst

Position Title: Senior Payroll Analyst Pay Rate: 60.00 - 79.00 per hour Location: Culver City, CA (Hybrid Work Environment) 6 month contract will extend into 2027 UKG payroll - Experience is a MUST! Position Summary: The Senior Payroll Analyst plays a critical role in managing and enhancing complex payroll operations. This position is responsible for leading high-level payroll audits, reconciliations, compliance initiatives, and process improvements. The Senior Analyst also partners cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Tax, and Legal teams to ensure accurate payroll execution and supports projects that drive operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and perform complex audits and reconciliations of payroll data, tax filings, general ledger postings, and timekeeping integrations. • Serve as a subject matter expert on multi-jurisdictional payroll compliance, including tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and labor agreements. • Act as payroll liaison for internal and external audits, including SOX and year-end audits, ensuring timely and accurate documentation. • Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements. • Support the configuration and testing of payroll system changes, upgrades, and integrations (e.g., Workday, UKG, ADP). • Mentor and coach junior team members, providing guidance on technical issues and process best practices. • Prepare and present detailed payroll analysis and reports to leadership, highlighting trends, variances, and areas of concern. • Collaborate on cross-functional projects related to compensation, benefits, equity, and international payroll coordination. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred • 5+ years of progressive payroll experience in a large, complex, multi-state environment. • Strong expertise with payroll systems (Workday, UKG/Kronos, ADP) and advanced Excel skills. • In-depth understanding of payroll tax regulations, wage and hour compliance, and internal controls. • Proven ability to analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable insights. • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • CPP certification strongly preferred. Work Environment: • Fast-paced, collaborative environment with cross-functional interactions. • Hybrid schedule with on-site presence required during critical processing and project periods. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.