Payroll Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Payroll Analyst is principally responsible for supporting the payroll administration and accounting functions for the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

May perform any or all of the following duties:

• Supports and administers assigned payroll processes to include payroll adjustments, demographic changes, time imports, supplemental wage payments, and internal & external report distribution
• Timely and accurate coordination of payroll transactions
• Assists where required with timekeeping administration
• Provides customer service to internal customers, including corporate and field-based employees, on any payroll-relevant questions
• Researches and resolves payroll discrepancies
• Maintains records, audits, and provides information upon request to business partners
• Reviews and processes wage attachments and garnishments
• Ensures that employee income is properly taxed and reported to government agencies and is correctly collected for internal reporting
• Reviews and responds to unemployment claims and data collection
• Coordinates and provides support for tax amendments and inquiries
• Supports ad-hoc payroll projects as assigned
• Demonstrates excellent time-management skills and autonomous work ethic

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/CORE COMPETENCIES

• Five (5) years of any combination of experience and/or education that demonstrates a commanding knowledge of the payroll process, including accounting and reporting
• BA/BS Degree preferred

• Must have the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy, with excellent attention to detail
• Must have advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
• UKG and/or Crunchtime experience preferred
• Must display strong analytical and organizational skills
• Must have a strong work ethic and a high level of discretion and integrity to ensure proper handling of confidential information

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Restaurant Support Center that operates in a fast-paced setting with a high volume of activity and a deadline-driven environment. The role follows a hybrid work model, requiring on-site presence in the office every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sitting for extended periods of time, using the telephone, typing, and/or operating a computer and/or mouse

THE COMPANY RETAINS THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR ASSIGN OTHER DUTIES TO THIS POSITION AS DEEMED APPROPRIATE WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE.