Sr. Total Rewards and Payroll Specialist

Sr. Total Rewards and Payroll Specialist $80000 - $95000 per year | Montebello, CA | On-site | Permanent A bit about us: We are a tech-enabled last mile delivery provider that specializes in connecting ecommerce shippers to their customers through fast and reliable delivery services. We offer next-day and 2-day delivery options tailored for retailers, marketplaces, and direct-to-consumer brands, along with seamless integration for logistics providers and 3PLs. Our focus is on technical innovation, our company ensures real-time tracking, SMS updates, and cost-effective solutions to enhance the delivery experience. Our services cover over 11,000 zip codes across the U.S. and Canada, reaching a population of 175 million customers. Why join us? Competitive Compensation Growth role Full Benefits, including 401K Growing Tech-Focused Company PTO and Holiday Pay Job Details We are seeking an experienced and analytical Senior Total Rewards & Payroll Specialist to support the company’s compensation, benefits, payroll, and performance management programs in our Montebello location. You’ll be responsible for the end-to-end administration of our total rewards programs, including payroll, benefits, and compensation. This role blends payroll expertise with total rewards management, requiring both technical precision and strategic insight to support employee satisfaction and compliance. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and positive employee experience across all reward functions, while partnering with HR, finance, and external vendors to optimize processes. Key Responsibilities Payroll & Pay Administration Process accurate, timely bi-weekly or semi-monthly payrolls for multiple states and locations. Review, reconcile, and validate timecard data, time-off transactions, and payroll previews before submission. Maintain employee payroll records, including pay changes, deductions, and direct deposit updates. Process separation pays, garnishments, and other special payroll transactions in compliance with laws. Review quarterly and annual tax reporting, including W 2s and 1099s. Benefits & Leave Administration Administer core and ancillary benefits (health, welfare, retirement, charitable giving, etc.). Manage open enrollment, benefit changes, and leave of absence processing. Support 401(k) and other retirement plan administration. Compensation & Total Rewards Support annual compensation reviews and benchmarking. Provide pay structure recommendations and job-specific pay analysis. Collaborate with HR and finance to ensure pay equity and compliance. Operational & Vendor Support Partner with HRIS (Rippling) and payroll/benefits vendors to resolve issues and maintain strong relationships. Optimize processes, reduce errors, and improve efficiency. Provide ad-hoc reporting and analytics management. Skills & Attributes High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Collaborative and employee-focused mindset. Requirements/Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, HR, or related field preferred. 5+ years’ experience in payroll, benefits, and/or compensation administration. Multistate payroll experience is desired. Strong knowledge of federal, multi-state, and local payroll tax laws. Proficiency with HRIS and payroll software (e.g., Rippling, ADP). Certified Payroll Professional or similar certification preferred. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience within logistics, manufacturing, warehouse operations, transportation, or supply chain industries is highly preferred. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. 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