What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Administrator position at Crazy Maple Studio?
Company Overview:
Crazy Maple Studio is a fast-growing company based in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, focusing on mobile gaming, reading, and streaming. We are proud to have a global team that drives our innovation and success across diverse markets.
Our flagship platform, ReelShort, is the #1 vertical streaming app in the U.S., with over 3 million DAU, delivering bite-sized episodic content that keeps viewers hooked. Other standout products include Chapters, where users shape immersive stories across drama, fantasy, and romance, and Kiss, a platform for consuming and creating serialized romance.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to oversee and manage our payroll processes. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of payroll experience, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of payroll systems, compliance, and best practices.
Responsibilities:
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 150 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Maintain and update payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in HRIS and Payroll management.
- Assist in transitioning from the existing Payroll software and implementing the new system.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, as well as company policies.
- Prepare and review payroll reports, including tax filings, garnishments, benefits deductions, and other withholdings.
- Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and related matters in a timely and professional manner.
- Manage year-end payroll processes, including W-2 and 1099 preparation and distribution.
- Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
- Support internal and external audits by providing payroll-related documentation and reports as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- 5-7 years of experience in payroll administration, preferably in a multi-state environment.
- Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paycom, Paylocity, Paychex) and advanced knowledge of Excel.
- Comprehensive understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and tax compliance.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus.
Crazy Maple Studio, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
