Payroll Manager

Company: LanzaTech
Location: Skokie
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Welcome to the Post Pollution Future with LanzaTechA post-pollution world is inevitable, and people will either be part of it, or the planet will go on without us. At LanzaTech, our technology platform is transforming waste carbon into everyday products, to meet the needs of this moment. Our science is state-of-the-art, but the idea is simple. We use nature to heal nature. We capture carbon emissions which are then fed into bioreactors where trillions of carbon-hungry microbes go to work. These tiny dynamos consume the waste gases and produce valuable raw material commodities. Pure enough to be resold, repurposed, and recycled again - from sustainable jet fuel to beverage bottles, to yoga pants.Founded in New Zealand, we are a global women-led company with an international footprint and a diverse employee population. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are a key part of our mission and core values which we show through our hiring, our leadership, our efforts to educate internally and willingness to learn.Now a publicly traded company on NASDAQ, come join the team as we strive to make a Post Pollution Future!Exciting collaborations with LanzaTech (LT) CarbonSmartTM Products:2022 - H&M announced their collaboration with LT with a clothing line to be launched in 20232022 - Coty, Inc. - LT recycled carbon ethanol to be used in majority of fragrance portfolio by 20232022 - DrogerieMark (dm) in Germany, launched a range of packaging for their "Denk Mit" range of dish soap2022 - Danone announced a collaboration to make packaging for the Mizone water line in China2022 - Craghoppers, UK outdoor company, made a fleece from recycled carbon, to be launched in 20232021 - Collaborations with ZARA, lululemon & L'Or--al using recycled carbon in their apparel & packagingNotable acknowledgments:2022 - Winner of "Air" Category at the 23rd Annual Energy Globe Awards2022 - Fix Our Climate finalist for Earthshot Prize (only US company to be a finalist)2022 - Jennifer Holmgren, CEO: TiE Sustainability Entrepreneur of the Year2021 - Biofuels Digest Hottest Company in Renewable Fuels, Chemicals & BiomaterialsInterested in learning more? Visit us at and download/stream our latest CarbonSmartTM Podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify or wherever you receive your podcasts!This position is open to candidates authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer. LanzaTech is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.About the RoleAs a member of a growing global Finance team, for an exciting development-stage clean energy company headquartered in Skokie, IL, this position will report to the Accounting Manager and have two main facets - global payroll preparation and general ledger-related activities.The payroll responsibilities include preparing U.S. payrolls for two separate legal entities and coordinating the preparation of various foreign payrolls in New Zealand, India, UK, China and the Netherlands. Payroll responsibilities include the preparation of the payrolls and posting of all payroll and benefit-related accounts into the G/L. There will be significant interaction with Human Resources.Maintenance of General ledger account mapping ensuring that journal entries are posting accurately and consisting thoughtful analysis and reconciliation. LanzaTech is implementing a number of G/L and financial reporting process improvements and needs someone who can work accurately and diligently while looking for ways to improve and automate our processes.Payroll-Related Responsibilities:Prepare the U.S. payrolls for two U.S. entities and facilitate the preparation of various foreign entities payrolls. Currently LanzaTech has bi-weekly pay cycles of U.S. entities and monthly pay cycle for all foreign entitiesOversee the entire payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employeesMaintain compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to payroll, such as tax laws and labor lawsManage payroll-related systems and processes, including time and attendance systems and payroll softwareDevelop and implement payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance and consistency across the organizationAct as a liaison between the Finance team and other departments in the organization, including HRPrepare and analyze payroll reports, including tax filings, wage and hour reports, and other payroll-related reports as neededCollaborate with HR to ensure accurate and timely reporting of employee benefits, deductions, and other payroll-related informationManage relationships with external vendors and partners related to payroll, such as payroll service providers and tax authoritiesIn conjunction with Human Resources, reviewing of various confidential payroll databases including employee hiring/terminations/changesEnsure all required regulatory filings are prepared and filed in a timely manner whether managed in-house or by a third-party vendorAssist with Finance tasks related to compensation benefits in ShareworksOversee LanzaTech's time management system with respect to employee time entered into its current ERP system (NetSuite)Qualifications:A minimum of 5 years of payroll experience at a medium to large organizationCeridian Dayforce experience is a plusStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently and manage multiple tasks and prioritiesEffective communication skills and able to work collaboratively with all internal and external stakeholdersStrong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations, including tax laws and labor lawsA passion for LanzaTech and its missionBachelor's degree preferredWork Environment:Hybrid- 2 days of week in Skokie officebDWjKsA2y1

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