Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Burbank. The Payroll Specialist will be onsite and ideal for someone who can take full ownership of biweekly payroll operations for a multi-location workforce. The Payroll Specialist position offers the opportunity to support accurate, compliant payroll processing while contributing to process improvements and employee support. The Payroll Specialist must have experience with UKG or UKG Ready.

Responsibilities:

• Administer end-to-end biweekly payroll for a workforce of fewer than 300 employees across clinic and corporate sites.
• Oversee payroll activities within the designated payroll platform, including time entry review, deduction management, and pay-related adjustments.
• Track and maintain employee paid leave balances, including sick time and vacation accruals, with accuracy and consistency.
• Coordinate retirement contribution processing and reconcile payroll records to ensure deductions are properly recorded.
• Monitor payroll practices for alignment with California wage and hour requirements and related compliance standards.
• Investigate payroll variances, address employee questions, and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Review existing payroll workflows and recommend practical enhancements that improve efficiency and accuracy.
• UKG or UKG Ready payroll software.
• At least 3 years of direct experience handling payroll processing in a hands-on capacity.
• Working knowledge of full-cycle payroll administration for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Familiarity with payroll systems such as UKG Ready or comparable platforms is preferred.
• Understanding of California payroll regulations, leave accrual calculations, and retirement deductions such as 401(k).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage payroll data accurately and confidentially.
• Well-developed organizational and problem-solving skills in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and assume responsibility for the overall payroll function.