Payroll Analyst

Based inPasadena, California,Dine Brands Global, Inc.(NYSE: DIN), through its subsidiaries, franchises restaurants under Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP and Fuzzy's Taco Shop brands. With over 3,500 restaurants combined in 18 countries and 354 franchisees as of December 31, 2023, Dine Brands is one of the largest full-service restaurant companies in the world. For more information on Dine Brands, visit the Company's website located atwww.dinebrands.com.

We're seeking a highly analytical and detail-orientedPayroll Analystto join our team. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate payroll processing, maintaining compliance with labor laws, and supporting financial reporting through data analysis and reconciliation.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze payroll data to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely employee payments.
• Post payroll transactions to the general ledger and reconcile data in alignment with established financial controls and reconciliation of payroll-related cash transactions
• Serve as a point of contact for employees and managers regarding payroll inquiries, providing clear guidance and education on payroll processes and timelines.
• Stay current with payroll regulations and labor laws to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to relevant departments for operational and financial review.
• Maintain expertise in payroll software and systems to ensure efficient processing and reporting.
• Support payroll-related projects and initiatives as needed.
• Partner with the Payroll Manager to conduct periodic internal audits of payroll processes and identify areas for improvement
• Target Salary $60k-$75k depending on experience

Skills & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of payroll and/or benefits experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas, and data analysis tools
• Experience with Workday is highly desirable.
• CPP or FPC certification (preferred).
• Exceptional accuracy in data entry and payroll calculations.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with employees, management, and cross-functional teams.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve payroll issues efficiently.
• Prior experience in restaurant payroll is a plus.

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Dine Brands Global strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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