Payroll Director

Overview

Job Summary Directs payroll operations across multiple business units, overseeing payroll processing, tax setup, reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Leads the payroll team in driving operational excellence by leveraging systems such as Paycom and Excel for accurate processing and reporting. Also responsible for managing banking partners, verifying vendor payments, and implementing corporate cellular plan consolidation. Partners with HR and Finance leadership to enhance payroll and vendor processes, resolve complex issues, and ensure compliant, efficient execution of all payroll and vendor payment functions.

• Oversees payroll processing, ensuring timely, accurate pay across multiple states and business units.
• Develops and implements payroll strategies, processes, and governance aligned with company objectives and legal requirements.
• Manages tax setup and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding payroll taxes and reporting.
• Leads process improvement initiatives for payroll workflows, system use, and vendor payment protocols.
• Partners with Finance, HR, and IT to ensure alignment and integration between payroll, accounting, and HCM systems.
• Oversees reporting and dashboards to support Finance and executive leadership in payroll analytics and forecasting.
• Manages vendor relationships including payroll service providers, ensuring SLAs are met and services are audited for accuracy.
• Oversees corporate banking partnerships, including ACH setup and payment verifications.
• Coordinates enterprise-wide efforts to consolidate mobile/cellular plans under preferred vendor contracts.
• Coaches and develops payroll team members, promoting accuracy, compliance, and a culture of continuous improvement.

• Deep knowledge of payroll laws and multi-state regulatory compliance.
• High proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas) and payroll platforms (Paycom, iSolved, etc.).
• Strong leadership, team development, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to analyze payroll data and identify trends or anomalies.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with executive leadership.
• Experience managing vendor contracts, ACH verifications, and banking relationships.

• Must be able to sit for extended periods, handle repetitive computer tasks, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

• Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment.
• Minimal travel required.

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This document is not an employment agreement or contract. The company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.