GumGum · 3 hours ago
Payroll Specialist
Santa Monica, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years expGumGum is a contextual-first technology leader transforming digital advertising with AI-powered solutions. The Payroll Specialist is a critical role in the Accounting department, responsible for overseeing and executing end-to-end payroll processing with accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality, while also supporting internal and external payroll audits and compliance reviews.
AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataComputer VisionDigital MediaMachine LearningNatural Language Processing
Responsibilities
Responsible for the processing of accurate and timely semi-monthly and monthly payrolls for multi-state domestic & international entities
Process manual checks including final checks and off-cycle payrolls as needed
Process and balance payrolls, ensuring all compliance reports are prepared and fully reconciled, garnishments, 401K administration, and generating standard and ad hoc reports
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll, tax, and labor regulations
Manage payroll tax filings, payments, W-2s, and other required reporting
Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll inquiries and issue resolution
Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and system efficiency
Working with Accounting on monthly payroll and auditing of payrolls
Support internal and external payroll audits and compliance reviews
Provide internal and external communication to communicate clear deadlines to both vendors and internal teams
Maintain standing relationship and partner closely with People Operations team to ensure pay structure for all team members are accurate
Ability to work cross functionally with internal GumGum teams to ensure timely payroll processing
Serve as the main point of contact and support for any employee related payroll & 401K questions and inquiries, responding to internal clients in a timely manner
Maintain a customer-first mindset, relentlessly seeking solutions for our clients (both internal and external)
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
The Payroll Specialist will also handle additional payroll related activities that may be needed for quarterly and end of year reporting
Other duties, projects and ad hoc requests as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5+ years of previous payroll experience in a fast-paced multi-state and International payroll environment
Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws and wage and hour regulations required
High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
Collaboration across HR, Accounting & Finance partners
Preferred
BA degree preferred but not required; relevant certifications may be substituted
Previous experience with ADP Workforce Now or other HRIS Platforms
Experience with International payroll (EMEA experience a plus)
Benefits
Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan
Participation in a bonus, commission, or stock incentive program
Company
GumGum
GumGum is an Artificial Intelligence company that uses machine learning to extract value from digital content.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$133.82MKey Investors
Goldman Sachs Growth EquityMorgan Stanley Expansion CapitalUpfront Ventures
2021-04-13Series E· $75M
2020-02-13Series D· $22M
2015-05-28Series C· $26M
Leadership Team
Marcus Startzel
CEO
Phil Schraeder
CEO
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