Senior Payroll Specialist/Bookkeeper

Senior Payroll & Bookkeeper (Part-Time: 15 to 20 hours per week)

We’re partnering with a family-oriented, values-driven organization in the live events and creative space that produces large-scale experiences in the greater LA area. This team prides itself on flexibility, trust, and empowering its people, creating an environment where individuals can take ownership, wear multiple hats, and make a meaningful impact.

They’re seeking a technically strong, adaptable Payroll & Bookkeeping professional who thrives in a dynamic setting and enjoys being a key player behind the scenes of impactful productions. This is a HYBRID position with 75% REMOTE & 25% ONISTE.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain QuickBooks records
• Process payroll for 50 to 60 people - hourly and salary
• Oversee vendor payments, bill pay, and cash flow tracking
• Maintain and update project budgets (Google Sheets)
• Ensure financial accuracy across each production/event
• Assist with invoice tracking (3–25 invoices per production) and financial organization
• Support HR-related administration (benefits, compliance, external partners)
• Act as a trusted partner to finance leadership in a fast-moving, multi-project environment

Requirements:

• 8 years of blended accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll experience
• Strong experience with QuickBooks (Desktop preferred) and Google Sheets
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple moving pieces
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a flexible, evolving environment
• Local and available for occasional onsite work

We look forward to reviewing your application!