Payroll Coordinator
Job Description
Position Title:
Payroll Coordinator
Date Revised:
8/12/2026
Department:
Support Office
Reports to:
Payroll Manager
Employment Status:
Full Time
Salary Range:
$28-$32
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Essential Duties:
Collecting and verifying employee and timekeeping data
Computing wages, deductions, commissions, benefits, etc
Reviewing computed wages to ensure accuracy
Updating payroll information for promotions, transfers, terminations, and new hires
Recording and maintaining employee records and payroll transactions
Preparing statements reflecting earnings, taxes, and deductions, issuing and distributing paychecks
Answering escalated manager questions and resolving issues regarding payroll and benefits
Ensuring compliance with company policies, relevant industry and government regulations
Preparing payroll reports for management and auditing purposes
Other Duties & Responsibilities
Participate in ad-hoc special projects, developmental opportunities, and other tasks as assigned
Job duties include additional responsibilities assigned by one’s supervisor or manager related to the position/department. This Job Description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Dick’s Drive-In Restaurants reserves the right at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of two years of full cycle payroll processing experience, utilizing a third party HCM system
Demonstrated understanding of wage and hour laws, tax laws, federal, state, local laws, and regulations affecting payroll and benefit plans
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, payroll systems, and database software
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with ADP WFN
Previous experience with employee benefits.
Experience in the restaurant industry, in a payroll position.
Key Competencies:
High level of integrity in approach and action
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Organizational and time management skills
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described below represent the activities and surroundings of the positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The work is typically performed in an office with a moderate noise level.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms to type. The employee must regularly talk or hear on the telephone and in person with individuals and groups. The employee must rarely lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Extensive keyboard typing is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, extensive computer screen work, and the ability to adjust focus to produce or review reports.
This position requires occasional local travel.
Scholarships & Childcare
- $36,000 Four-Year Scholarship for college, vocational programs, or self-improvement
- Childcare assistance $5,000–$13,000/year, usable through the scholarship program
- 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees (children 75%, spouses 50%)
- Dental coverage: 100% for non-smokers, 50% for smokers
- Employee Assistance Program: Support for employees and their families
- 401(k) Tax-Deferred Retirement Plan with matching
- Paid volunteer hours: up to 4 hours/month
- Free unlimited ORCA card after 30 days of employment
