Payroll Coordinator

The Payroll Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Payroll Manager and People & Culture team by ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple Zuma North America locations. This role includes managing payroll data, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and providing exceptional service to employees regarding payroll-related inquiries. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven environment.

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. Our global collection includes four venues across North America's most iconic cities: Miami, New York, Las Vegas, and Boston. Our venues are icons in each of their hospitality landscapes, demonstrating our commitment to excellence and to elevating our guest experiences. Zuma in proud to be part of the Azumi collection.

Life at Zuma

At Zuma, we're more than a restaurant – we're a vibrant community fuelled by the energy that flows from our Robata grills, guided by our core values:

Honor the Mastery - we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection – putting pride in everything we do

Do Unto Others - we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness

Embrace the Energy - we bring passion and positivity to everything we do

Main Duties

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Prepare and process payroll on a weekly schedule, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, tax information, direct deposit, promotions, and changes in pay or status
• Verify timekeeping data and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with managers and employees
• Ensure compliance with all applicable wage, hour, and tax laws across multiple states
• Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and reconciliations, providing accurate data to Finance and People & Culture leadership
• Coordinate with benefits partner to ensure correct payroll deductions for health insurance
• Respond promptly and professionally to employee payroll inquiries, providing clear communication and resolution
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee payroll and personal data
• Support the People & Culture team with PTO tracking, wage garnishments, transit benefits, and other payroll-related tasks
• Stay current on payroll and labor law regulations, minimum wage changes, system updates, and industry best practices
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support People & Culture and Finance operations

What We Look For

Our ideal candidate embodies our values and the following:

• 1 year of payroll experience, preferably in a multi-state, high-volume hospitality or restaurant environment
• Familiar with payroll systems such as ADP or similar platforms and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, wage & hour laws, and tax compliance
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed during payroll cycles or special projects

Benefits

We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Family Meals are shared daily
• Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Staff discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.

Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.