[Hiring] Payroll Analyst @CALIFORNIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY AT LOS ANGELES

Role Description

The Payroll Analyst supports payroll and compensation functions by ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of employee pay, deductions, and related data across the organization. This role assists with end-to-end payroll processing, performs reconciliations and audits, and partners with the Payroll Manager to support retirement plan reporting (CALSTRS, CALPERS, 403(b)). Additionally, the Payroll Analyst provides data and reporting support to the Director of Human Resources, helping to monitor pay equity, salary structures, and total rewards programs. This dual-focus role combines technical payroll expertise with analytical insight to enhance accuracy, compliance, and strategic decision-making across the People function.

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent experience
• 2–4 years of payroll, accounting, or HR data experience required
• Strong working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/payroll platforms
• Knowledge of CALSTRS, CALPERS, and 403(b) plan administration and reporting requirements strongly preferred
• Basic understanding of compensation principles and pay equity practices
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills, with ability to analyze and present data
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across HR, Finance, and employee groups

Requirements

• Support accurate payroll processing through auditing, reconciliations, and data validation in ADP
• Provide reporting and analysis to Payroll Manager and Director of Human Resources on payroll accuracy, pay trends, and compensation programs
• Assist with retirement plan administration (CALSTRS, CALPERS, 403(b)) by preparing files, reports, and reconciliations
• Perform a variety of complex, advanced-level accounting duties to evaluate and ensure compliance with District, state, and federal requirements
• Partner with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to ensure compliance with union agreements, wage and hour laws, and compensation policies
• Maintain payroll and compensation data integrity for audits, compliance reporting, and employee inquiries
• Prepare, audit, reconcile, and maintain a variety of financial and statistical records, reports and statements in support of assigned activities
• Act as a resource for employees regarding payroll and compensation questions, supporting a service-oriented approach

Benefits

• Full Time: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
• Salaried Position: $74,000 - $85,000
• Remote/Virtual Position
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees
• Training for all programs
• Support system from staff