Ono Hawaiian BBQ · 20 hours ago
Payroll Clerk
Diamond Bar, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$28/hr - $36/hr
3+ years expOno Hawaiian BBQ is a fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in authentic Hawaiian plate lunches. They are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support and administer accurate payroll operations, including auditing, reconciliation, and compliance responsibilities.
CateringFood and BeverageFranchiseRestaurantsSnack Food
Responsibilities
Administer the processing of the organization’s payroll and collect payroll data to maintain accurate and complete payroll records. Inform DMs of any missed or incorrect time punches. Check timesheets to ensure DMs authorized and approve time punches
Verify sick pay balance to ensure that the employee has time to use before entering sick time on the timesheet
Process terminations (Manual checks), stop payments for lost checks, pay changes, transfers, and reclassifications
Track and determine regular and overtime pay, double time, meal premiums, sick pays, food course reimbursements and mileage reimbursements
Assist DMs or employees with any issues or questions regarding payroll, missed pays, direct deposits and Dayforce cards support information, labor costs and new store training
Facilitate the list of unclaimed property from Accounting by contacting employees, reissuance of checks and verification of current address
Process garnishments in Dayforce and respond to agencies if needed. Inform and send the employee a copy of the garnishment
Audit payroll information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations
Reconcile payroll deposits, tax withholdings, wage garnishments, and voluntary deductions
Review insurance premiums, benefits, pension/retirement plans, 401(k) contributions and employer match
Ensure payroll-related transactions comply with federal, state, and local laws and company policies
Maintain current knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll administration best practices
Analyze payroll and employee-related expenses and ensure payroll-related general ledger accounts are properly reconciled
Generate and support ongoing payroll reporting, including month-end, quarterly, and year-end reports
Generate payroll accrual entries as required
Assist with Accounts Payable check requests related to payroll, as necessary
Review and process payroll adjustments, including vacation, sick, and other paid time off
Monitor payroll system reports and exception reports, identifying and resolving errors
Reconcile payroll discrepancies and maintain accurate payroll records
Prepare and respond to notices from government agencies regarding payroll and employee tax filings
Serve as a point of contact for employee and management payroll inquiries, resolving issues in a timely and professional manner for the region assigned
Communicate proactively with District Managers regarding time clock corrections, approvals, and payroll issues
Participate in payroll problem-solving efforts and special projects within the Payroll Department
Assist with training and mentoring Payroll Clerks to ensure consistency and accuracy across payroll operations
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 3–5 years of payroll experience, including multi-state payroll processing
Experience with bi-weekly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees
Proficiency with Ceridian Dayforce and/or ADP Workforce Now (Dayforce preferred)
Strong Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to handle confidential information
Multi-state payroll experience (CA, AZ, TX preferred)
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Experience with R365 Accounting software
Bilingual Spanish
Benefits
401(k) with company matching
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program (E.A.P.)
Generous PTO and Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Company
Ono Hawaiian BBQ
Ono Hawaiian BBQ serves Hawaiian-style dishes.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Eddie Aldave
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2025-12-02
2025-10-28
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