Payroll Specialist - Temporary

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume payroll transactions accurately and on time for team members across multiple restaurant locations.
• Prepare and process final paychecks in compliance with state regulations.
• Maintain payroll records including team member information, hours worked, taxes, direct deposits, bonuses, incentives, and authorized deductions.
• Research and resolve payroll questions while providing exceptional customer service to team members and leaders.
• Prepare payroll reports and support payroll audits and compliance activities.
• Process team member transfers between restaurants and departments.
• Manage payroll workflows to ensure deadlines are consistently met while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Requirements

• Understanding of payroll processes, state overtime requirements, and payroll regulations.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organization, time management, and follow-through.
• Able to manage multiple priorities while meeting daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Professional communication skills with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Able to exercise sound judgment and respond with a strong sense of urgency.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of payroll related experience preferred.
• Associates degree or greater preferred.
• Experience supporting payroll in a multi-state, multi-unit organization.
• Experience with Workday.
• Experience with ADP SmartCompliance.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required.

Pay & Benefits

Salary Range: USD $25.00 - $28.00/hour plus comprehensive benefits.

The final salary within the range will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, and other job-related qualifications.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities.
• 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Free and discounted meals.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Financial wellness and life planning resources.
• Employee discount program and additional lifestyle perks.
• A collaborative culture built on teamwork, service, and celebrating wins.