Payroll and HR Specialist

The Payroll and HR Specialist is a core administrative role responsible for managing weekly/bi-weekly hourly payroll processing, employee onboarding, benefits administration, and general HR support across corporate and store operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this hands-on role ensures accurate pay delivery, maintains strict regulatory compliance, and serves as a primary contact for employee pay and benefits inquiries.

• Experience: 2+ years of experience processing payroll and supporting HR administrative functions (multi-unit or franchise experience is a plus).

• Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with payroll systems/HRIS (experience with ADP platforms is strongly preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Compliance & Accuracy: Strong knowledge of hourly payroll regulations, overtime rules, garnishments, and direct deposit workflows.

• Confidentiality: Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive compensation and personal employee data with complete discretion.

• Communication & Problem-Solving: Excellent interpersonal skills to resolve employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and tact.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or Accounting preferred.