Job Title: Payroll Director – UKG Ready

Company Overview:

Founded 8 years ago, is a leading provider of payroll solutions for niche markets, including the cannabis industry, operating across all 50 states. With deep expertise in payroll services and HR compliance, who is committed to delivering innovative solutions while fostering a strong company culture. The organization emphasizes growth, collaboration, and employee development.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Director with strong knowledge of UKG Ready and Payroll to lead and mentor a team of three managers. This role requires a solution-oriented leader who can navigate complex payroll environments, drive operational excellence, and contribute to our unique GreenLeaf culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 3 payroll/implementation managers.
• Oversee all payroll operations and ensure accurate, compliant processing across all 50 states.
• Provide strategic guidance on UKG Ready implementation and optimization.
• Act as a problem solver and solution provider, able to manage challenges and setbacks effectively.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to streamline payroll processes and address complex issues.
• Maintain and foster the GreenLeaf culture: encourage open communication, teamwork, and constructive feedback.
• Support both internal and client-facing payroll initiatives (approx. 50/50 split).
• Contribute to employee growth, development, and retention initiatives within the payroll team.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in payroll management, preferably in multi-state or niche industry environments.
• Strong expertise in UKG Ready.
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience; ability to manage and develop managers.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to navigate complex challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Alignment with GreenLeaf culture: team player, solution-oriented, open to feedback, and collaborative across departments.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in the cannabis or other highly regulated industries.
• Willingness to participate in occasional extra hours or travel for team initiatives/retreats.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to improve systems and processes for long-term growth.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Luchian Van Der Merwe