Payroll Manager

The Payroll Manager for Barcelona Wine Bar will report to the Controller and be tasked with establishing a well-controlled payroll process and executing weekly payroll for 1,500 hourly and salaried employees. The Payroll Manager will be responsible for scaling the Department to business needs and growth in compliance with legal requirements in all operating jurisdictions.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Liaison with the third-party payroll processor (Paylocity) to ensure the timely and accurate processing of a US multi-state payroll.
• Collaborate with HR and Paylocity to accurately track leaves of absence, PTO, FMLA, benefits enrollment and administration, HRIS (incl. manager/employee self-service), and time and attendance
• Establish and maintain payroll-related activities such as time off accruals & balances, holiday pay, garnishments, and manual check calculations.
• Reviewing and approving the daily tips reconciliation for all locations
• Reviewing payroll-related transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness of data, interface management & reconciliation of data.
• Review month-end, quarter end & year-end payroll data and filings, and provide analysis of variances to budget and prior periods.
• Serves as a resource to restaurant management and all employees on payroll-related matters. Provide them with an understanding of the payroll process as well as assist with employee questions regarding compensation and tip payouts.
• Processing data changes including new hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations.
• Provides expertise on payroll regulations, including US federal, and state wage/hour regulations (FLSA) and best practices.
• Provides support for compliance requirements that have a direct effect on payroll processing.
• Maintains and adheres to internal controls and reporting related to payroll transactions.
• Develop and improve systems and processes to drive efficiency and accuracy.
• Supervise, coach, and train payroll specialists to build a strong payroll department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent written/oral communication skills and ability to interact with personnel at various levels
• Possesses strong knowledge of multi-state Payroll processing and has familiarity with various Payroll systems.
• Proficient with Excel and capable of preparing and executing reports for management and the Leadership Team.
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated in uncovering and solving problems.
• Leverage technology to improve and streamline processes.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in the handling of confidential material.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Hospitality experience is strongly preferred but not required.
• CPP is preferred but not required.

ABOUT BARCELONA WINE BAR

Barcelona Restaurants, LLC, based in Westport, CT, is one of the oldest Spanish-focused restaurant groups in America. Its award-winning selection of wines from Spain and South America brings together over 400 bottles from over 70 wine regions. The warm and welcoming tapas bars are inspired by the culture of Spain and the ever-changing rustic menu is focused on clean flavors, seasonal ingredients, and specialties from Spain and the Mediterranean. Barcelona Restaurants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

Salary Description

80,000-100,000