This role will be responsible for managing and processing payroll for our multi-state population of 4000+ employees today with continued plans to grow like weed…pun intended! Our ideal candidate is a subject matter expert in payroll with an incredible keen eye for detail and accuracy. You have the experience and the tenacity to quickly learn Green Thumb’s organization and challenges of the cannabis industry, as well as, foresee any obstacles. You are ready to take on a challenge that entails learning new systems, platform integrations, all the while, executing day-to-day tasks with a high level of accuracy. This role is remote position with a requirement to be on site in Chicago up to 1-2 days/month.
Responsibilities - Payroll Administration
Coordinate workflow to ensure payroll is processed in a timely and accurate manner
Partner with team to facilitate bi-weekly payroll for over 4,000 employees in 16 states
Process employee changes as it relates to compensation changes/adjustments, changes in employment status, deductions
Setup state and local taxing authorities, respond to tax notices
Process audits to include, 401(k), Workers Comp, SOX and internal
Organize and own employment verifications, unemployment claims, and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics requests
Perform year-end responsibilities as it relates to W-2 verification
Resolve all payroll discrepancies, process adjustments, manual checks and answer employee and management inquiries, as needed
Support the Accounting team with reconciliations as it relates to benefit deductions, garnishments, cost center allocation, and reporting
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
3 years of payroll experience required
Must have experience processing non-exempt, hourly employees
Proven experience and success in a fast-paced, high-growth organization
Advanced computer skills, including Excel
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent and professional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact and communicate with all levels within the organization
Demonstrated understanding of multi-state wage and labor laws
Experience using the following products, a plus: Kronos, Wurk, ABG, Everything Benefits
Additional Requirements
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential material
Must pass any and all required background checks
Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry