Hybrid Manager, Human Resources Administration

at Sundance Institute

• Job title: Manager, Human Resources Administration
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $54,000 - $75,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Los Angeles, United States

About the role

• Manager, Human Resources overseeing payroll and compliance functions at Sundance Institute. Collaborating across departments to ensure efficient HR operations and employee support in hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a critical operational link between Human Resources and Finance, managing the accuracy and execution of bi-weekly payroll processes.
• Ensures seamless data transfer from the applicant tracking system (ATS) to the human resources information system (HRIS).
• Oversees I-9 documentation, onboarding and offboarding compliance, and employee record audits to meet federal and state requirements.
• Supports the organization's wellness program, and time and attendance system to ensure accurate tracking, reconciliation, and auditing of time and leave data.
• Provides frontline support and guidance to employees and supervisors on timekeeping best practices, paid time off policies, and process improvements.
• Acts as a primary contact for the HRIS Account Manager (ADP Workforce Now) on addressing issues that arise.
• Maintains general information within the HRIS, including employee personnel files and building workflows to enhance efficiency.

Requirements

• 3 years Human Resources generalist experience, preferably in payroll, onboarding, and benefits.
• Understanding of employment compliance and regulatory environments, including relevant country statutory employment requirements, common work authorization and immigration practices, and social insurances.
• Skilled in project management including the ability to manage and prioritize to meet simultaneous deadlines.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication for clear stakeholder updates and documentation, coupled with meticulous attention to detail in data entry and quality assurance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and remain impartial.
• Ability to operate independently where appropriate, resolve complex problems, and understand when to escalate issues.
• Strong leadership skills, including experience supervising employees in-person and remotely.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work on basic processes as well as strategic initiatives.
• Knowledge of HR information systems, ADP Workforce Now preferred, a basic understanding of database systems, and ability to conduct research.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of and proficiency in Google products preferred.
• Valid drivers license and successful completion of MVR background check preferred.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 25 paid Institute holidays plus accrued vacation time
• Paid sick, family, and medical leave
• Employee Wellness initiatives
• 401(k) with automatic 3% employer contribution after one year of employment
• Sundance Film Festival passes and benefits (varies each year)