Job Description

The Payroll Specialist will perform payroll accounting and administrative duties to support the Payroll and Human Resources department. They will ensure payment is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations for both salaried and hourly employees. They will also comply with all state and federal regulations as it pertains to timekeeping, tax payments, and any garnishments or levies. They will assist the Payroll Manager and other team members in all levels of payroll/HR-related tasks to provide the best customer service to the employees and management. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and have an elevated level of diplomacy and confidentiality. This is a full-time hourly position based out of our headquarters location in Los Angeles, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team members are responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees (2,000+ Employees).
• Must be able to review timecards, compute wages, reconcile wages, overtime, and other types of pay with accuracy and compliance
• Assist in the maintenance of employee records and adhere to all state and federal laws
• Post, update, and reconcile all employee-related payroll deductions (garnishments, tax levies, child support orders, etc.)
• Resolve any issues/questions by supervisor or other parties in a timely and professional manner
• Be willing and adaptable to assist in other departments within the organization
• Maintain the highest standards of accuracy, precision, discretion, and confidentiality
• Be a good teammate - commit to the achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team
• Performs work under direct supervision.
• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Diligent, Punctual, and Ready to work!
• Perform other duties as needed in support of business objectives assigned by the manager.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Technical Skills & Abilities:

• Proficiency in payroll software (such as ADP, Paycom, or UKG) and Microsoft Excel (including formulas, pivot tables, and data validation).
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations, including wage and hour laws, tax withholdings, and compliance reporting.
• Ability to process and review timekeeping data, deductions, garnishments, and benefits accurately.
• Experience generating and analyzing payroll reports for auditing and reconciliation purposes.
• Familiarity with general ledger posting and understanding payroll’s impact on financial statements.
• Knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, including understanding varying state and local tax requirements.
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office - with emphasis on Excel
• Must be respectful, honest, and demonstrate a strong work ethic

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred but not required
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in processing payroll
• Experience in a legal cannabis market preferred but not required

Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 15 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting at a desk, and working on a computer
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
• Ability to get in and out of a vehicle and walk up and down stairs during your shift.
• Must be able to stand, sit for prolonged periods, bend, kneel, squat, and twist.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Company:

Are you interested in working for the world's largest cannabis market with a footprint that covers the entire breadth of the state of California? Are you someone who wants to be part of the growth of a fast-growing industry? At STIIIZY, our mission is clear: to provide the ultimate one-stop shop cannabis experience by offering exceptional customer service and diversified products. We strive to build long-term customer loyalty. We are building a consumer-centric organization that is focused on sharing the transformational potential of cannabis with the world.

Our STIIIZY product line is one of the best-selling cannabis brands in the market today and has claimed the title of the best-selling vape brand across all BDSA-tracked markets and the best-selling brand overall in the California market! We are proudly rooted in California and growing nationwide, with plans to expand into new markets. Additionally, we’re building distribution networks to reach over 60 countries, fueling our continued global growth!

We recognize that our employees are at the center of our success, and we take pride in a corporate culture that emphasizes our core values: Influence, Inspire, Innovate, Win, & Grow!

Our employees come from a wide range of retail backgrounds, each bringing their unique skills and talents to the table as we work together to continue our incredible growth. If you are interested in partaking in the journey of building a nationally recognized and leading brand, we want to hear from you!

Benefits & Compensation:

Additional details about compensation and benefits eligibility for this role will be provided during the hiring process. All employees are provided competitive compensation, paid training, and employee discounts on our products and services. We offer a range of benefits packages based on employee eligibility, including:

• Paid Vacation Time, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Parental Leave.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401k with generous employer match.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee discounts on products and services.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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