Payroll and HR Generalist

IT’S Fun, IT’S Flexible, IT’S Entertaining, IT’S Bringing the Fun Back to Retail

Want to be part of a fast-growing and SWEET company? Join the Team at our Home Office located in Downtown Fort Lauderdale! The position is a hybrid-work role. Come join the fun!

Who we are...

IT’SUGAR was founded to create an environment that fosters the greatest feeling of happiness and humor; that allows you to smile and laugh out loud without judgement. Expanding rapidly, with over 100 locations nationwide, IT’SUGAR aspires to a future where everyone has access to the pure joy that comes from indulging in a world with fewer rules and more sugar.

There are three major things that differentiate IT’SUGAR from other candy retailers. One is the product – an unconventional twist on traditional candy store goods that focus on the humorous and outlandish. Second is the ambiance – full of bright colors, loud music, and lighthearted rebellion. Third is the people – passionate, optimistic, and energetic.

As the HR Generalist, you will play an integral role in maintaining accurate employee-related data in our HRIS System, ADP Workforce Now. You will also report on information within the system to contribute to an effective HR function, supporting the strategic goals of the organization. You will be a member of the Human Resources team, reporting directly to the HR Operations Manager.

What you’ll do? IT’S Exciting!

• Implements, maintains and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates, (new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates).
• Ensure ADP Time and Attendance data is accurate and maintain system.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Process time off requests
• Cross-function collaboration with Human Resources.
• Partner with HR for Payroll communication and update to Associates.
• Processes Wage Garnishments and Stale Dated Checks.
• Ensures compliance with State Payroll Taxes.
• Conduct employment verifications to authorized personnel.
• Manage unemployment claims utilizing our People System management system.

HR Reporting & Analytics

• Partner with HR functional leads to define and track key metrics to measure the success of our people programs.
• Create and maintain standard and ad-hoc reports using a variety of HR data sources. Understand reporting requirements and translate them into custom reports, dashboards, and visualizations to deliver HR metrics that provide meaningful, data-driven insights.
• Perform complex data manipulation and aggregation of data from multiple HR data sources to provide a holistic view and insights that inform and support our business strategy.
• Ensure a high degree of data integrity and accuracy by performing regular data audits and partnering with stakeholders to resolve data issues.
• Supports General HR administrative functions and Ad Hoc projects, as needed

What you need to join the fun! (besides SUGAR)

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
• 2+ years of Payroll experience.
• Must be proficient with ADP Workforce payroll software.
• Strong working knowledge of PC applications including an advanced understanding of Word, Excel, and Outlook. Microsoft Access knowledge is preferable
• Must have Multi-state and Bi-weekly payroll processing experience.
• Canada Payroll processing experience a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate reports
• Experience in the retail industry is a plus

What’s in it for you? IT’S Even Sweeter

• Fun at Work! Socials and Happy Hours Monthly
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Training and Development
• 30% Employee Discount
• Perk Spot (Discount travel, events, etc.)
• 401k with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account

Let’s get Social! IT’S Cool

• Visit our Website:www.itsugar.com
• Visit us on Facebook:www.facebook.com/itsugar
• Visit us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/itsugar

Join us in bringing the Fun Back to Retail!