CHAGEE USA · 2 days ago
Payroll Analyst
Irvine, CA
Contract
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expCHAGEE USA is a modern teahouse committed to bringing people together through tea. They are seeking an experienced Payroll Analyst to manage day-to-day payroll operations during a temporary leave of absence for the Payroll Manager, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.
Retail
Hiring Manager
Krystine Pasco MSHRM
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees on a bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly cycle
Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Review and approve payroll prior to submission, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, benefits, and PTO
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related issues during the leave period
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and escalated employee payroll inquiries
Perform payroll reconciliations, variance analysis, and post-payroll audits
Coordinate payroll funding, off-cycle payrolls, and special payments as needed
Partner with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to process employee changes and ensure payroll alignment
Manage payroll vendor relationships (e.g., ADP, Workday) and troubleshoot system issues
Support compliance activities including audits, wage and hour reviews, and tax filings
Oversee year-end payroll activities if applicable (e.g., W-2s, reconciliations)
Maintain payroll documentation, controls, and standard operating procedures
Qualification
Required
Own end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees on a bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly cycle
Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Review and approve payroll prior to submission, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, benefits, and PTO
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related issues during the leave period
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and escalated employee payroll inquiries
Perform payroll reconciliations, variance analysis, and post-payroll audits
Coordinate payroll funding, off-cycle payrolls, and special payments as needed
Partner with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to process employee changes and ensure payroll alignment
Manage payroll vendor relationships (e.g., ADP, Workday) and troubleshoot system issues
Support compliance activities including audits, wage and hour reviews, and tax filings
Oversee year-end payroll activities if applicable (e.g., W-2s, reconciliations)
Maintain payroll documentation, controls, and standard operating procedures
3-5 years of hands-on payroll processing experience
Prior experience operating independently or serving as a payroll lead or manager backup
Strong working knowledge of multi-state payroll, wage and hour laws, and payroll taxes
Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, Paychex, UKG, or similar
Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, reconciliations)
Proven ability to meet strict payroll deadlines with minimal oversight
High level of discretion and confidentiality
Preferred
CPP or FPC certification
Experience supporting payroll audits or SOX controls
Exposure to benefits administration and garnishment processing
Prior contract or interim payroll leadership experience
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule for a balanced life
401K with company match to secure your future
Yearly bonus opportunity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
On-site fitness center and wellness programs
Exclusive discounts at our tea locations, theme parks, and gyms
Generous paid time off starting at 15 days, plus 7 federal holidays
Opportunities for continuous education and scholarships
Income protection including Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance
Bereavement leave for those difficult times
Company
CHAGEE USA
CHAGEE (pronounced CHAH-jee) is a Modern Teahouse with over 7,000 locations globally, focused on serving freshly handcrafted teas that captivate all five senses.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase