Director Of Payroll

Aston Carter; Florida; Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Director of Payroll to lead payroll operations for a large organization. The role emphasizes Workday payroll processing, healthcare payroll experience, and managing a payroll team in a hybrid remote/on-site setting in Florida.

The successful candidate will drive policy adherence, coordinate with Shared Services, and oversee budgeting, audits, and system improvements while ensuring timely and accurate payroll for 50,000+ employees.

Qualifications

• Requires experience processing payroll in Workday for large populations.
• Seven+ years of managerial payroll experience.
• Nine+ years overall payroll experience.
• Experience with ADP and UKG systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a payroll team in a shared services environment.
• Handle off-cycle transactions, garnishments, time/attendance, payroll tax reporting, and reconciliations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and internal controls for payroll operations.
• Lead training and development of department staff.

Skills

Workday payroll processing

ADP/UKG systems

Payroll management

Budget management

Garnishments handling

Leadership/management

Payroll taxes

Healthcare payroll domain

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Master's degree preferred

CPP/CCP-PPS certifications preferred

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Title: Director of Payroll

Job Description

We are seeking a Director of Payroll with a proven track record in payroll management to lead our payroll operations within a large and complex organization. This role requires expertise in processing payroll using Workday for organizations with employee populations of 50,000 or more. The ideal candidate will have healthcare payroll experience and the ability to work both remotely and on-site as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of payroll professionals managing payroll processing activities in a shared services environment.
• Handle off-cycle transactions, garnishments, time and attendance, payroll tax reporting, employee expense reports, and payroll account reconciliations.
• Analyze key business metrics and provide strategic guidance and problem resolution to drive results.
• Set standards and participate in the training and development of all department personnel.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls and procedures for payroll operations.
• Coordinate with Shared Services leadership, facility leadership, Human Resources, and Corporate Payroll.
• Prepare and monitor the annual budget for payroll operations and analyze variances.
• Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Identify and implement system modifications and process improvements.
• Coach, counsel, and develop payroll staff to ensure effective team performance.
• Achieve superior customer satisfaction by working directly with internal and external customers.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by tracking emerging trends in payroll management.
• Provide leadership and support to payroll team members, including guidance, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Manage and lead payroll staff activities to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of two years of hands-on experience processing payroll in Workday.
• Experience with ADP and UKG systems.
• Strong management skills with a background in accounting and budget management.
• Proficiency in payroll tax, payroll processing, and handling garnishments.
• Seven or more years of managerial experience.
• Nine or more years of payroll experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is preferred.
• Certified Pricing Professional (CCP-PPS) certification is preferred.
• Experience in a shared service or healthcare organization is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Work Environment

This position offers a remote work arrangement for the first six months, with the expectation of occasional in-person office visits. Ideally, candidates should reside within 1-2 hours of Orlando, Florida, but exceptional candidates from further away may be considered. The role reports to the Director of Shared Services and collaborates with a team that includes a Payroll Manager, Payroll Tax Manager, and 40 processors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Altamonte Springs, FL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $128000.00 - $200000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Altamonte Springs, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.