Payroll Specialist

Join to apply for the Payroll Specialist role at Tri Star Sports & Entertainment. This role is intended to be the point of contact for clients in payroll processing and requires extensive knowledge of all (Hollywood) I.A.T.S.E. locals, guilds and contracts.

This range is provided by Tri Star Sports & Entertainment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$67,000.00/yr - $/yr

Tri Star Sports and Entertainment Group is a renowned business management firm serving high net‑worth clients in the sports and entertainment industry. Tri Star provides comprehensive financial and advisory services including accounting, tax, tour management and wealth preservation strategy. We foster a culture of professionals who are committed to super serving our clients and their trusted advisors.

Position Summary

The Payroll Specialist processes payroll and is expected to proficiently demonstrate payroll processing ability in all US related payrolls.

• Process incoming payrolls (20+ payrolls weekly), including timecard breakdown following all applicable Federal, State, and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Provide quality service in assisting and servicing clients regarding payroll production, tax‑related issues, and problem‑solving in compliance with company policy and procedure.
• Proficient knowledge and utilization of payroll database system; familiar with programs: invoice, batch, timecard editor, and reports: timecard verification, fringe, payroll history, cast list, gross wages.
• Maintain accurate and acceptable files on each client/show, following company policy and procedure.
• Maintain the client relationship related to the weekly processing of the client's payroll, responding to questions and resolving payroll issues.
• Perform other related duties and assignments as assigned.
• Obtain and review employee timecards for multiple clients at a time.
• Calculate multi‑state overtime, deductions, bonuses etc. with the assistance of an HRIS.
• Review timecards and payroll previews to look for discrepancies and inconsistencies.
• Manage the payroll process for each client and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Address and respond to issues and questions regarding payroll.
• Run quarterly and year‑end payroll reports as requested, for each client.

Qualifications:

• Ability to reliably commute and report to the Tri Star office.
• Four‑year college degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experience using ADP.
• Experience processing payroll for several entities or businesses at a time.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of all pay periods (weekly, bi‑weekly semi‑monthly, etc.).
• A minimum of 5‑7 years’ experience in processing high‑volume payroll required. Entertainment payroll industry experience and/or multi‑state union payroll is highly preferred.
• Proven leadership experience and ability to process multiple payrolls at a time.
• Multi‑level relationship building skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication ability.
• Ability to work towards the team and individual goals.
• Knowledge in using an analytical approach to breaking payroll.
• Must exhibit a sense of urgency concerning client servicing.
• Flexibility to shift priorities as needed to service the team’s clients.
• Understanding of and commitment to maintaining current knowledge of industry trends, concepts, products, practices, and financial arrangement.
• Must have the ability to break payroll and learn advanced concepts when ready.
• Self‑motivated, must be able to work independently, goal‑oriented and people oriented.
• Schedule must be flexible to accommodate workload and client needs.
• Able to work overtime as needed.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A collaborative, team oriented working environment
• Exposure to unique projects in a variety of industries
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and propose solutions alongside industry leading experts
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Encouraged work/life balance, including generous time off policies

At Tri Star, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, ever‑evolving environment with dedicated professionals. As an integral part of our team, you help drive the…