Director of Payroll

Century Group; California; On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Group is seeking a Director of Payroll to join the team in California. The role leads end-to-end payroll processing, ensures accurate and timely employee payments, and develops payroll strategies to support organizational goals.

It also drives system improvements to boost automation and efficiency. Requirements include a Bachelors degree in business, finance, or accounting, extensive payroll leadership experience, strong knowledge of payroll regulations and tax reporting, and hands-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field.
• Extensive experience in payroll management including leadership of payroll operations.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax reporting, and labor compliance requirements.
• Experience with payroll systems and HR technology platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll operations by overseeing end-to-end processing activities and ensuring accurate and timely employee payments.
• Develop and implement payroll strategies, policies, and procedures to support organizational goals.
• Manage system improvements and collaborate with internal teams to enhance automation and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, tax requirements, and labor policies across multiple jurisdictions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for audits, reporting, and payroll-related inquiries.

Skills

Payroll management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

HR technology

Audits & reporting

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelors degree in business/finance/accounting

Tools

Payroll systems/HRIS

Job description

Job Description

Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking a Director of Payroll to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting base salary of $170,000 to $200,000 per year.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead payroll operations by overseeing end to end processing activities and ensuring accurate and timely employee payments.

• Develop and implement payroll strategies, policies, and procedures to support organizational goals.

• Manage system improvements and collaborate with internal teams to enhance automation and efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, tax requirements, and labor policies across multiple jurisdictions.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for audits, reporting, and payroll related inquiries.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field.

• Extensive experience in payroll management, including leadership of payroll operations.

• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax reporting, and labor compliance requirements.

• Previous experience working with payroll systems and HR technology platforms.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a fast paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and influence cross functional stakeholders.

• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities with attention to accuracy and detail.

• Excellent communication skills for interacting with internal teams, leadership, and external agencies.

• High level of professionalism and ability to manage confidential payroll information.

• Proactive mindset with experience improving processes and driving operational efficiency.

Company Description

Century Group is an executive recruiting and professional staffing firm providing top-tier accounting and finance talent to start-up, mid-market and Fortune 500 enterprises on a direct hire, temporary and temp-to-hire basis. Our specialized focus, extensive talent network and 30 years of experience ensure we’ll deliver the right professional – fast.