Payroll Associate

Convive Brands is a New York-based hospitality group that builds and operates high-quality restaurant brands. Convive operates 50+ restaurants nationwide across two concepts: Le Pain Quotidien and Little Beet. As a patient, long-term investor-operator, it aims to build significant enterprise value through both organic growth and acquisition.

With a focus on building a company rooted in long-term success in an ever-changing and hyper-competitive industry, we are growing our team with excitement about the future and grounded in how to get there. Challenges and opportunities exist at every level, alongside truly incredible upside. Convive employees embody confidence in navigating change, building and leading growing teams, and supporting strategic execution in the hospitality space.

Job Description
This role can be fully remote in the NY Metro area or in California.
Reporting to the HRIS + Payroll Manager, this position is responsible for accurately processing employee pay, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and maintaining organized records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and able to manage confidential information with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and processing of biweekly payroll for all employees, including entering hours, bonuses, and other pay elements
• Review and verify timesheets and time tracking data for accuracy and completeness
• Ensure timely submission of payroll data for processing
• Process payroll changes such as new hires, terminations, wage adjustments, and direct deposit updates
• Calculate and input special payments (e.g., retro pay, bonuses, PTO payouts) as directed
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, and payroll-related issues in a timely and professional manner, working closely with People Partners to ensure smooth and succinct communications
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and company policies
• Collaborate with HR and Benefits teams to ensure proper setup and deduction of employee benefits in payroll
• Maintain accurate payroll files and employee records in the HRIS and payroll systems
• Maintain benefit enrollments and changes with monthly audits
• Assist with payroll audits as needed and help prepare documentation for internal and external reviews
• Generate routine payroll reports and to support finance and HR functions

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in payroll processing
• Work experience in Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field
• Basic understanding of payroll laws and tax regulations
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience using payroll software and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Workday experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Benefits

• Enrollment in Company-contributed health coverage plan
• Managed time off
• 401k with up to 4% match after ninety (90) days of employment
• Life insurance coverage fully paid by the Company
• Quarterly gift card able to be used at any of our brands
• Monthly $127 transit stipend
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement of $35
• Pet insurance
• Team member discounts at all our brands

The annualized salary range for this position (plus a bonus) is: $65,000- $75,000

Convive Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected class. Convive Brands celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.