Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail\-oriented HR and Payroll Assistant to join our team! In this vital role, you will support the human resources and payroll functions, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with employment laws. Your energetic approach will help foster a positive workplace environment, streamline HR processes, and maintain accurate payroll records. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in human capital management, employee relations, benefits administration, and HRIS systems while contributing to the overall success of our organization.
Duties
The Role
As the HR and Payroll Operations Manager, you will be the operational backbone of our People team. You’ll manage the day\-to\-day HR tasks that support the full employee lifecycle, with a heavy emphasis on ensuring our team gets paid accurately and on time. You will be our resident Rippling expert, manage HRIS data and metrics, you’ll also answer employee questions, and help maintain the vibrant, inclusive culture of our Hollywood studio.
What You’ll Do
● Payroll Processing: Own the end\-to\-end processing of our semi\-monthly payroll using
Rippling for all exempt, non\-exempt, and contractor staff. Handle prorated pay, bonuses,
overtime calculations, and time\-off tracking.
● Benefits Administration: Manage and maintain company\-wide benefits programs
(health, dental, vision, 401k). Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries
regarding coverage and claims.
● HRIS Admin: Serve as the primary driver for our Rippling platform. Ensure accurate and
timely data entry for new hires, terminations, title changes, promotions, and
compensation updates and reporting and documentation.
● Compliance: Keep our handbook and policies up to date for Federal, CA and multi\-state
laws with an eye on leaves and risk and keeping us audit compliant.
● Onboarding and Offboarding: Coordinate orientation, manage I\-9 verification, provision
systems directly through Rippling, and ensure a seamless entry (and exit) for all
employees.
● Employee Support: Act as the first point of contact for routine employee inquiries
regarding paychecks, tax document access, benefits enrollment, leaves of absence, and
policies.
● Culture: Support our employee resources groups and culture initiatives, provide logistics
help for company\-wide meetings, and manage day\-to\-day office perks like catered
lunches on non\-remote days, and tasks associated with employee engagement and fun.
● HQ and Global Systems: Manage HQ reporting for new hires, terminations, and
monthly headcount updates; ensure all people changes are approved.
● Policy Synchronization: Communicate and align HQ corporate policies with US
subsidiary practices to ensure global consistency and local compliance.
● Groupware Administration: Serve as the local admin for HQ’s groupware;
guide staff on system usage and maintain accurate electronic approval (e\-
approval) workflows.
What You Bring
● Experience: 4\+ years of hands\-on experience in HR operations, payroll administration,
or as an HR Coordinator. Experience in gaming, tech, or entertainment is a massive
plus!
● System Expertise: You have hands\-on, administrative experience using Rippling for
HRIS and payroll processing.
● Payroll Knowledge: A solid understanding of basic payroll principles, California wage
and hour laws (e.g., meal penalties, overtime rules), and benefits deductions.
● Detail\-Obsessed: You have a high level of accuracy. When it comes to people's
paychecks and data, you measure twice and cut once.
● Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with a knack for
handling sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion.
● Growth Mindset: You have a willingness to learn, adapt, and take initiative. You see
change as an opportunity and lead by example as a trusted contributor and valued team
member.
You will report to the CPO. You will lead by example and view our employees as your collaborators and clients, providing them with swift responses, following up on their requests, and positioning yourself as their trusted colleague while safeguarding confidential information and sound judgment.
Pay: $100,000\.00 \- $125,000\.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Hollywood, CA 90069