Payroll Specialist

Who we are:

We are a bunch of people who really care about agriculture, food and the challenges facing farming. We want to help farmers with data driven decision making to help nature feed a growing population. Join our team of expert engineers, agronomists, entomologists, crop researchers, and data scientists who are continually conducting research to help drive innovation in agriculture.

Semios is a market leader in leveraging the internet-of-things (IoT) and big data to improve the sustainability and profitability of specialty crops. With 500 million data points being reported by our sensors every day, we leverage our big data analytics, such as in-depth pest and disease modeling, to empower tree fruit and tree nut growers with decision-making tools to minimize resources and risks.

Our innovative work has received several industry awards:

• AgTech Breakthrough Awards Program (2023) - Selected as winner of the “Overall Smart Irrigation Company Of The Year” award.
• Sustainability Changemaker by SDTC (2022) - Named as one of the companies which recognize homegrown innovation in sustainable technologies in Canada.
• AgTech Breakthrough Awards Program (2021) – Selected as winner of the "Pest Management Solutions of the Year" award.
• Google Accelerator (2020) – Selected as 1 of 9 companies for the inaugural Google for Startups Accelerator Canada cohort, who are all using technology to solve complex challenges.
• Global CleanTech Top 100 (2020) – Identified as one of the companies best positioned to solve tomorrow’s clean technology challenges.

One of our partners produced this short video which shows what we do and our positive environmental impact.

We know our journey is only achievable by having a great team who shares ideas, tries new things and learns as we go.

Who you are:

Motivated by meaningful work, you are looking for more than just a job; you want to work for a dynamic, growing company that finds solutions to real-life problems, such as helping the world reduce the use of pesticides and helping nature feed a growing population. Your ideal work environment includes a collaborative team spirit with the opportunity to learn and grow as you take the initiative to try new things.

As our Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for the full payroll cycle, ensuring all payroll transactions are processed in an accurate and timely manner on a biweekly schedule. Using employee time entries, vacation entitlement information, and other inputs you will administer the payroll cycle, and provide pay-related information to employees.

What you will do:

• Execute end-to-end payroll processing for all USA employees and globally.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely payroll processing for employees across the US and globally for all employees (salaried and hourly), including the maintenance of an accurate and reconciled payroll register, ensuring compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Review and verify timekeeping records for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and ensure all employee hours are accounted for before payroll processing.
• Administration of all payroll deposits, payroll taxes and employee benefit and all payroll-related disbursements to third parties as well monthly reconciliations, ensuring variances are addressed and resolved immediately.
• Prepare accurate and correctly classified journal entries for all payroll and benefit related transactions into the accounting system and reconcile monthly and at year-end.
• Provide support and guidance, including responding to payroll and benefit related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, as well as various headcount and payroll reports.
• Maintain and improve controls by recommending processes and procedures, including providing support in the implementation of new payroll systems and improvements to the HRIS.
• Maintain financial security, and confidentiality.

Requirements

We want you to succeed, so you will need:

• 3+ years of payroll and benefits processing experience in Washington and California.
• Experience with data entry across various systems including benefits, time entry and payroll systems.
• Experience with timekeeping software.
• Experience with payroll systems (Ceridian preferred).
• Advanced Microsoft Office Excel.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

Nice to have:

• Experience in Canadian provinces and in other US States.
• Experience with payroll system implementation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.

Salary range: $32 to $35 per hour

Please note that the base pay offered may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and experience, as well as geographic location.

Benefits

Why this is the opportunity for you:

• Sleep better knowing you're making the world a better place through more sustainable food production
• Opportunity to contribute and make an impact by working on meaningful projects
• Work with a team that values fun, laughter, and each other in a collaborative and casual work environment
• Customizable health benefits plan for you and your family, which includes medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401(K) plan
• Company paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave

At Semios, we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish and we welcome everyone.

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