Payroll Specialist/HR Administrator

Burger King - Avondale, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Avondale, AZ

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Payroll Specialist/HR Administrator is responsible for managing payroll processing for over 1,000 employees, ensuring accuracy in payroll deductions, and serving as the primary contact for payroll-related inquiries. This role also involves supporting HR functions, maintaining employee records, and assisting with various administrative tasks within the HR department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process payroll on a bi-weekly basis for over 1,000 employees.
• Review and ensure accuracy of approved time sheets; track and deduct all garnishments and other payroll deductions.
• Act as the point of contact for employees and payroll provider for all questions.
• Calculate and process monthly bonus cycles for restaurant management.
• Review PTO/Sick requests and ensure accuracy.
• Create accruals for PTO/Sick and reconcile balances quarterly.
• Monitor benefit premium billings monthly and reconcile to payroll deductions.
• Assist in coordination and review of quarterly and year-end filings processing: 940, 941, W-2s.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion for all payroll items.
• Reconcile each payroll period to identify variances prior to payment.
• Quickly process any corrections as needed.
• Assist with day-to-day operations of HR functions and duties.
• Provide clerical and administrative support to HR executives.
• Compile and update employee records (hard and soft copies).
• Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business/Financial area preferred, or 4+ years related business experience.
• Strong experience in Microsoft Excel and Word; SAGE/MAS experience is a plus.
• Previous experience with payroll processing is required; Paylocity platform experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task under pressure.
• Familiarity with ATS software and resume databases.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual preferred.
• Previous experience in the restaurant industry is a plus.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off