Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for accurately executing and processing all aspects of payroll and Payroll compliance under the Payroll Supervisor. The Specialist is also responsible for accurate union benefit check production and distribution in compliance with numerous Collective Bargaining Agreements on a weekly basis. Must demonstrate a high level of customer service relationship along with the ability to multi-task in a high-volume, strict deadline environment. What This Role Will Do: Timely and accurate processing of high-volume payrolls according to established payroll schedule and in compliance with established SOX procedures. This includes utilizing all timekeeping system files, spreadsheet uploads, and manual data entry for employee hours. Ability to balance payroll and reconcile discrepancies in a tight time frame prior to service provider transmission is required. Process bonuses, special payments, and taxable cash and non-cash fringe benefits. Timely research and resolve payroll inquiries from employees, HR, department managers, and other parties while maintaining top-notch customer service. Maintain confidentiality of payroll information. Assist with calculating and processing manual checks as required. Manage union benefits email box by responding to inquiries in a timely manner Interpret, apply, and maintain a database of all active unions, contract dates, H&W rates, and union payments; check numbers, amounts, and date payments distributed Serve as a primary contact for union payroll questions in coordination with HR and unions Act as primary liaison for union audits and union information requests Ensure all union audits are tracked, timely, and accurate Process union payments from initiation of payments, following up to ensure receipt of payment and distribution of union payments Obtain renewed CBA and update rules in all systems. Run ad-hoc reports for local unions Maintain confidentiality of payroll information Understand and follow instructions given by supervisor/management. Other duties and special projects as assigned. What This Person Will Bring: At least 1-2 years of Payroll experience Union benefit experience preferred Strong work ethic and team player Strong customer service skills (verbal and written) Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills. High level of attention to detail Ability to comfortably work in a fast-paced environment with strict adherence to time sensitive deadlines. Organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills. Strong Microsoft Office skills including proficiency in Excel. (lookups and pivots) Ability to work with minimal supervision Benefits & Perks: HEALTH: Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA) YOURSELF: Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, stock reimbursement program FAMILY: New parent programs including caregiver leave, plus fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support CAREER: Career and skill development programs with School of Live, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding match Equal Employment Opportunity Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation. Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms. Live Nation may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support application screening and assessment. All hiring decisions are made with human review.