Director of Payroll

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global experience company is seeking a Payroll Director to manage payroll processes and ensure compliance. The role involves collaborating with finance and HR, overseeing payroll audits, and mentoring the payroll team. Ideal candidates will have extensive payroll experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of payroll systems and supervisory experience.
• Thorough knowledge of US and international payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day payroll operations for multi-state payroll.
• Oversee payroll audits and maintain relationships with external agencies.
• Lead payroll integration projects to automate tasks.

Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in HR

Bachelor’s degree in IS

Tools

Workday Payroll

Job description

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Join us on our mission to elevate customer experiences for people around the world. As a member of the Everise family, you will be part of a global experience company that believes in being people-first, celebrating diversity, and incubating innovation. Our dedication to our purpose and people is recognized by our employees and the industry, with a 4.6/5 rating on Glassdoor and numerous Best Place to Work awards. We celebrate all cultures for their uniqueness and strengths, with 13 centers worldwide and a robust work-at-home program. Find a job you’ll love today!

Position Purpose:

The primary purpose of the Director - Payroll position is to act as a subject matter expert responsible for managing all payroll processes, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, and overseeing payroll disbursements. The Payroll Director will collaborate with finance, HR, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely payroll information dissemination.

Job Requirements:

1. Manage day-to-day payroll operations for multi-state payroll, including garnishments, benefits, and taxes, in compliance with wage and hour laws.
2. Coordinate with accounting to ensure timely funding of payroll outputs.
3. Ensure adherence to governmental reporting and regulations; maintain control processes to protect assets.
4. Oversee payroll audits and maintain relationships with external agencies and vendors.
5. Supervise payroll tax functions and approve quarterly and annual filings.
6. Mentor and manage the payroll team.
7. Develop and maintain payroll process documentation and controls.
8. Collaborate with ERP team on Workday Payroll upgrades and enhancements.
9. Oversee account reconciliation, variance analysis, payroll accruals, and journal reviews.
10. Process pay inputs for executive team.
11. Implement and audit controls as the department grows.
12. Maintain communication with HR and Finance for data sharing and strategy.
13. Recommend and implement operational improvements.
14. Foster collaboration within the payroll team and across departments.
15. Monitor staff appointments, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
16. Prepare payroll reports for management, HR, finance, and government agencies.
17. Lead payroll integration projects to automate tasks and reduce errors.
18. Generate reports for accounting and operations.
19. Continuously improve processes to reduce time and costs while maintaining accuracy.
20. Handle escalations and urgent requests.
21. Review payroll invoices.
22. Participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Dependable, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Work well under pressure; quick problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership ability to mentor and manage team needs.
• Integrity, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Attention to detail; prompt and fast-paced.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or IS.
• 5-7 years of payroll systems and supervisory experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of US and international payroll systems.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.
• Experience with Workday Payroll.

If you have the skills and motivation to succeed, we look forward to hearing from you.