Senior Payroll Analyst
LeadStack • Culver City, CA • Full Time • $65–$78 / hour
Posted on Tue, Sep 8, 2026
Title: Senior Payroll Analyst
Duration: 6 Months Contract with possible extension
Location: Hybrid in Culver City, CA
PR: $65/hr - $78/hr on W2
Position Summary:
- The Senior Payroll Analyst plays a critical role in managing and enhancing ****’s 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 required.
- 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.
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