Director of Payroll Tax

Century Group; California; On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Group is seeking a Director of Payroll Tax to join our client’s team in the United States. The role leads payroll tax operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives efficiency across the function.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of payroll tax experience, a Bachelor's in accounting or finance, and proven leadership. Collaboration with finance, technology, and external agencies is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 10+ years of payroll tax experience with leadership responsibility.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience with enterprise payroll, financial, and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll tax operations and oversee compliance activities to ensure regulatory requirements are met accurately and on time.
• Manage relationships with government agencies, auditors, and external partners regarding tax related matters.
• Develop and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and service quality.
• Collaborate with technology, finance, payroll, and business teams to support system enhancements and operational initiatives.
• Establish policies, procedures, and internal controls that strengthen reporting accuracy and operational effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Multitasking

Technology aptitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking a Director of Payroll Tax to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting base salary of $165,000 to $185,000 per year.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead payroll tax operations and oversee compliance activities to ensure regulatory requirements are met accurately and on time.
• Manage relationships with government agencies, auditors, and external partners regarding tax related matters.
• Develop and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and service quality.
• Collaborate with technology, finance, payroll, and business teams to support system enhancements and operational initiatives.
• Establish policies, procedures, and internal controls that strengthen reporting accuracy and operational effectiveness.

Requirements

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills while mentoring team members and promoting professional growth.
• Apply advanced analytical and problem solving abilities to complex compliance and operational matters.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and build strong professional relationships.
• Manage multiple priorities successfully within a fast paced and deadline driven environment.
• Utilize advanced technology skills and embrace emerging tools to improve workflows and business outcomes.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with professional certifications considered a plus.
• 10+ years of payroll tax experience, including significant leadership responsibility.
• Apply extensive knowledge of payroll compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Utilize enterprise payroll, financial, and reporting systems effectively to support operational needs.
• Leverage experience leading large scale payroll functions, system implementations, and strategic business initiatives.