Payroll Specialist - job 1 of 2

As a Payroll Specialist at Curaleaf, you will be responsible for managing accurate and timely payroll processing, which includes preparing reports, ensuring compliance with federal and state payroll regulations, and addressing staff inquiries related to payroll issues. You will also handle termination reporting and year-end W-2 processing.

To qualify for the Payroll Specialist role at Curaleaf, candidates should possess a college degree (Bachelor's or Associate's preferred), have at least 3 years of payroll experience in a sizeable organization, and a preferred Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation. Knowledge of payroll regulations across multiple states and advanced Excel skills are also essential.

Yes, Curaleaf provides ample career growth opportunities for Payroll Specialists. We are a fast-growing company and prioritize internal promotions and career development, ensuring that our employees can advance their careers while being part of a purpose-driven team.

Curaleaf fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture for our Payroll Specialists. We celebrate diversity and encourage open communication, allowing you to convey complex payroll information clearly. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference within the cannabis industry.

Curaleaf offers a competitive benefits package to our Payroll Specialists, which includes health, dental and vision insurance, generous PTO, a 401(K) retirement plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, and opportunities for community involvement and employee referral bonuses.

Share your experience with specific payroll software you’ve used in past roles. Discuss your proficiency in payroll management systems and how you utilized them to improve efficiency in payroll processes.

Explain your approach to staying updated on payroll regulations, including attending training or using resources that track changes in laws, ensuring compliance in your payroll processing.

Showcase your conflict resolution skills by providing a specific example where you resolved a payroll discrepancy, emphasizing your communication and problem-solving abilities.

Outline your methodical approach for preparing year-end processes, including checking payroll data accuracy, coordinating with other departments, and ensuring timely issuance of W-2s.

Discuss your organizational skills and time management techniques, highlighting how you prioritize tasks in a busy payroll cycle to ensure accuracy and timely processing.

Detail your familiarity with handling payroll across multiple states, including the specific challenges you faced and how you ensured compliance with different state regulations.

Explain the methods you employ to double-check your work and maintain meticulous records in payroll processing, such as regular audits and reconciliations.

Describe your proficiency with Excel, emphasizing specific functions and features that you use to manipulate payroll data or generate reports.

Discuss how you communicate payroll policies clearly to staff, including any training sessions you conduct or materials you provide to help employees understand payroll processes.

Articulate your interest in Curaleaf's mission and values, expressing how you align with their emphasis on quality, expertise, and community involvement within the cannabis industry.