Director Of Payroll

Overview

• Lead payroll operations for a diverse workforce at a prestigious higher education institution.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Manage payroll systems, integrations, and process improvements effectively.
• Provide expertise on payroll tax implications for foreign nationals and visa holders.
• Develop and maintain payroll policies aligned with institutional requirements.
• Collaborate with HR and external consultants for payroll compliance and optimization.
• Prepare reports and analyses for stakeholders and regulatory audits.
• Mentor and grow a high-performing payroll team fostering service excellence.
• Monitor technology effectiveness to ensure system applicability and usefulness.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Interpret and apply U.S. tax codes and international tax treaties.
• Ensure compliance with IRS regulations and employment tax laws.
• Oversee tax reporting and filing requirements including W-2 and 1042-S.
• Collaborate with HR on payroll tax implications for visa holders.
• Manage relationships with third-party payroll providers and tax consultants.
• Lead payroll system implementations and optimizations.
• Serve as the main contact for payroll-related government and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare internal reports and analyses for audits and stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field.
• Minimum of eight years of progressive payroll experience, including three in leadership.
• Proficiency in Oracle Payroll and multi-state payroll processing.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll laws and foreign national taxation.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation preferred.
• Experience in educational institutions or not-for-profit organizations is advantageous.
• Knowledge of GL integration, payroll accounting, and reporting is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills required.