Compensation & Payroll Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Compensation & Payroll Analyst Location: Burbank, CA (hybrid) - This role is based in Burbank, but will be hybrid. You must be local so you are able to commute to the office as needed. Compensation : $85,000 - $100,000 COMPANY At Pixelogic, we believe that the fusion of creativity and technology holds the power to inspire and engage audiences on a global scale. With a strong emphasis on end-to-end creative, localization, and distribution services, we take pride in breaking cultural barriers and ensuring your message resonates with diverse audiences worldwide. Our dynamic team of creative minds, skilled linguists, and tech-savvy experts work collaboratively to deliver unparalleled solutions that cater to your unique needs. From creative concepting and execution of original content, to precision-driven localization services, to cutting-edge software and distribution solutions, we are committed to elevating your product and enabling seamless expansion into new markets. Pixelogic is a majority-owned and consolidated subsidiary of Imagica. Together, we are committed to serving the world’s leading filmmakers and content creators with industry-leading services and next-generation solutions. JOB SUMMARY Compensation Analysis: Participate in salary surveys, analyze market trends, and benchmark jobs internally and externally to determine competitive pay. Merit Increase: Assist with merit increase process; develop input sheets. Data Analysis & Compliance: Conduct equity analyses to ensure pay fairness and ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws. Data Analysis & Reporting: Cleaning and analyzing data from ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), payroll, and employee surveys to identify patterns in turnover, hiring, and performance. Metric Development: Developing HR dashboards, key performance indicators (KPIs), and visualizations to track workforce metrics. Strategic Insights: Providing insights for HR leaders on recruitment effectiveness, employee engagement, and potential risks. Process Improvement: Using findings to recommend optimizations for recruiting, training, and talent management. Payroll Processing: Processes payroll on regular cycles (bi-weekly) including calculating wages, overtime, and deductions. Benefits billing reconciliation and processing bank wires. Compliance & Tax: Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, and prepares year-end filings. Reporting: Prepares payroll reports for finance and HR and assists with audits. Requirements Education: A bachelor's degree in finance, human resources, accounting, or a related field is typically required. Technical Proficiency: Advanced Excel skills (modeling, formulas, pivot tables) and experience with HRIS or compensation software. Proficiency in V-look-up and pivot tables is required. Analytical Skills: Strong ability to identify performance drivers, interpret trends, and perform variance analysis. Detail-Oriented:…