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Delivering an exceptional payroll experience starts with precision, accountability, and care for our people. As our US Payroll Administrator, you’ll own full-cycle payroll for approximately 2,000 employees—ensuring every detail is accurate, compliant, and delivered seamlessly.  You bring a sharp attention to detail, a strong sense of ownership, and a commitment to excellence. You thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, take initiative, and approach challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset—always keeping the employee experience at the forefront. This is an in-office role based in Vancouver, BC.  Wage Range   $70,000 - $80,000 annually  The salary range is dependent on skill and work experience.  Responsibilities  Process full-cycle, bi-weekly US payroll, including data validation, file preparation, balancing, and payment execution (direct deposit and cheque)  Prepare and deliver payroll-related reporting to support operational insights and decision-making  Manage and process all federal and state payroll remittances, including taxes and statutory payments (e.g., SDI, SUI, WCB)  Respond to payroll inquiries with clarity, urgency, and a service-first approach  Liaise with external agencies and third parties to resolve payroll-related matters  Partner closely with Office Managers and General Managers to provide guidance and troubleshoot payroll issues  Support ongoing projects, process improvements, and cross-functional initiatives within the Total Compensation team    Requirements  Minimum 3-4 years of experience processing full-cycle US payroll, with strong knowledge of California payroll requirements  Experience working with complex HRIS and payroll systems  A proactive, self-directed approach—you anticipate needs, take initiative, and follow through with accountability  Strong ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional accuracy  High attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities  Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines  Demonstrated discretion and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential information  Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams  Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel  Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills  Familiarity with payroll certification programs through the National Payroll Institute or US-based equivalents  Benefits  Extended health, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D  Ongoing Leadership Development Courses       Enjoy 50% off food & beverage at any JOEY Restaurants, LOCAL Public Eatery, SALTLIK or Earls Restaurants location (some restrictions apply)       Pursue personal and professional development through a Coaching Partnership. Being paired with a coach will give you ongoing support and feedback so that you can pursue your life goals Industry partner incentives       Referral bonus programs   This is about you. Your attitude, passion, and potential. When you join our corporate office team, you can expect to be a part of something big. Whether in Finance, Marketing, Payroll, IT or Design, you will find yourself working alongside the industry’s best talent. As individuals, we are ambitious and driven, curious and engaged. Together, we are a high-performing team committed to each other’s development and growth, and the success of over 50 Restaurant locations throughout North America.    &nbsp