Kristy Pereira

Kristy Pereira currently serves as Senior Payroll Manager at Ascend Wellness Holdings, overseeing the accurate processing of payroll transactions and enhancing operational efficiency through process recommendations and internal controls. With a long tenure at BJ's Wholesale Club since 1994, Kristy has progressed through various roles including Sr Payroll & Taxes Manager, where management of a large payroll operations team ensured compliance with wage-related regulations for over 36,000 employees. Additional experience includes positions as Manager of Payroll and Tax, Payroll Manager, Payroll Supervisor, and Customer Service Manager, showcasing a deep expertise in payroll processing and team leadership. Kristy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Management from Framingham State University.