Director- Payroll

Stark Tech; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Medical coverage

Wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Stark Tech in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Payroll Director to lead all payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate compensation processing across salaries, bonuses, deductions, and benefits.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of federal and state wage laws, and collaboration with HR and finance. Experience with unions and UKG HRIS is preferred; ability to manage system upgrades and policy development.

We offer comprehensive benefits and a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 5–7+ years of payroll management experience.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience.
• Familiarity with unions and collective bargaining agreements.
• Working knowledge of wage and hour laws at state and federal levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, including salaries, bonuses, deductions and benefits.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and collective bargaining agreements where applicable.
• Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures; manage payroll system upgrades.
• Coordinate with HR and finance departments; lead a team of payroll professionals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Job Requirements

The Payroll Director plays a critical leadership role in overseeing the entire payroll function for the organization. This position is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of employee compensation, including salaries, bonuses, deductions, and benefits. The Payroll Director ensures full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as adherence to collective bargaining agreements where relevant. Additionally, this role involves developing and implementing payroll policies and procedures, managing payroll system upgrades, coordinating with HR and finance departments, and leading a team of payroll professionals to maintain operational excellence. This is a full-time regular position requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex payroll operations efficiently.

Job Requirements

The Payroll Director plays a critical leadership role in overseeing the entire payroll function for the organization. This position is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of employee compensation, including salaries, bonuses, deductions, and benefits. The Payroll Director ensures full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as adherence to collective bargaining agreements where relevant. Additionally, this role involves developing and implementing payroll policies and procedures, managing payroll system upgrades, coordinating with HR and finance departments, and leading a team of payroll professionals to maintain operational excellence. This is a full-time regular position requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex payroll operations efficiently.

Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
• 5-7+ years of proven experience as a Payroll Manager or above.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience.
• Familiarity with unions and collective bargaining agreements.
• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal wage and hour laws including prevailing wage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite of products.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a changing environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to deal with a large volume of work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

What We Would Love To See

• Experience with UKG as an HRIS.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions from a payroll perspective.
• Experience in new system implementation.
• Experience with certified payroll and prevailing wage at the federal, state and county level.

Benefits

Advance your career with Stark Tech, a leader in facilities and energy solutions. We specialize in integrating systems, providing energy-efficient equipment and services, and supporting sustainability through innovative technologies like renewable natural gas conversion and energy storage solutions. At Stark Tech, we prioritize employee well-being and offer comprehensive benefits including paid time off, 401(k) with employer match, medical coverage, wellness programs, and career development opportunities. Join our fast-growing, customer-focused organization where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded with competitive pay and a positive work environment.