Director of Payroll

Job Title : Director of Payroll

Location : Murray, UT

Reports To : Corporate Controller / VP of HR

Department : Shared Services / Finance / Human Resources

Employment Type : Full-Time

FLSA Status : Exempt

About Sizzling Platter :

Sizzling Platter is a multi-concept restaurant management company operating over 800 restaurants across the United States and Mexico. Our brands include Red Robin, Little Caesars, Sizzler, Dunkin', Wingstop, Jersey Mike's, Jamba, and Cinnabon. We are a growing company with over 14,000 employees, committed to innovation and operational excellence.

Position Summary :

The Director of Payroll will lead payroll operations, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing across the organization. This role replaces the current Director of Shared Services as part of a planned transition, with full focus on payroll leadership, optimization, and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring deep payroll expertise, strong leadership skills, and mastery of ADP Workforce Now, thriving in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll
• Own and enforce payroll-related deadlines to prevent delays or disruptions
• Act as the key decision-maker during payroll emergencies, maintaining calm and clarity under pressure
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, and other departments to ensure payroll accuracy and data integrity
• Oversee payroll compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including taxes, wage and hour rules, and reporting
• Serve as the subject matter expert on ADP Workforce Now, including configuration, reporting, and troubleshooting
• Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Manage vendor, auditor, and regulatory agency relationships
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to the payroll team, including the Payroll Manager
• Lead payroll projects, including system upgrades, process improvements, and system integrations
• Prepare and present payroll metrics, analytics, and reports to senior leadership

Qualifications :

Preferred Skills :

Physical Requirements :

This role is primarily office-based and requires the ability to sit for extended periods, perform data entry, and review detailed reports. Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required.

Benefits :

Sizzling Platter offers a comprehensive benefits package, including :

Pay : $130,00 - 140,000 Depending on experience

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Sizzling Platter is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Note :

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned, or the scope of the job may change based on business needs. Please review job responsibilities with management. They will outline essential functions that support the success of the company.