This position is hybrid/remote: approximately 4 days per month in-office and as needed for Leadership Meetings, etc.
ROLE: Director of Payroll
REPORTS TO: Sr. Director of Finance
REV: $450MM
SALARY: $120K - $140K + disc bonus
ADDRESS: Lancaster, California 93535
REASON FOR OPENING: Retirement
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
Oversee payroll automation.
Oversee the internal and external Payroll Audits payrolls.
Oversee the Reconciliation of the payroll tax returns for accuracy.
Oversee the support of national payrolls.
Contribute to strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function in collaboration with senior management.
Establish department policies, guidelines and streamline all payroll procedures and develop payroll process flows that have a significant impact on the organization.
Consult with Payroll Provider regarding tax planning and system issues.
Manage payroll Handle amended tax returns.
Ensure compliance with payroll laws and regulations at the state, federal, international level.
Ensure that personnel or tax law changes are captured, that overtime or bonus payments are accurately distributed, and that timesheets are submitted and retained appropriately.
Support all departments with payroll information needed for Audits.
Coordinate with Human Resources and Benefits departments.
Coordinate External Payroll Audits.
Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with all divisions.
Perform administrative duties, responsibilities and activities that may be assigned or changed from time to time.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage, coordinate, supervise, coach, and direct the hiring, training, timely performance development of team members, oversee their daily activities and oversee the daily workflow of the department.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Knowledge of the payroll federal, state, local laws and regulations, policies, procedures, and practices.
Extensive experience with the concepts and principles of Payroll Administration.
Strong computer aptitude, which includes expertise with Microsoft Excel and Word as well as experience with accounting software, is a must.
Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills..
Decision-making and leadership skills.
Accounting skills.
Ability to analyze data with particular attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Ability to work as part of a team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or a related field; or 2 years equivalent work experience demonstrating applicable skills in relevant industry or discipline (Equivalent experience is included in and not separate from total years of professional experience).
5 years of experience in Payroll Management.
2 years combination experience in a Leadership and management role required.
Strong computer aptitude, which includes expertise with Microsoft Excel and Word, is a must.
Knowledge of Paycom system for payroll processing preferred.
Strong customer service orientation.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel in performance of job duties is required.