We are partnering with a growing and stable organization seeking an experienced Payroll professional to oversee and optimize payroll operations for a large employee population. This is a high-impact role with visibility across HR, Finance, and leadership, offering the opportunity to drive process improvements and system enhancements.
Must be able to work West Coast hours!
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for 400+ employees across multiple states
• Ensure compliance with U.S. payroll regulations, tax requirements, and statutory reporting
• Manage payroll reconciliations, audits, and reporting with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and external vendors to support payroll operations
• Lead system configuration, workflows, and integrations within payroll and HR systems
• Drive automation and process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5+ years of payroll experience in a mid-size to large organization (400+ employees preferred)
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll laws, tax compliance, and reporting requirements
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems and HRIS configuration (ADP Workforce Now and/or SAP a plus)
• Experience with automation tools (Power Automate, RPA, API integrations, etc.) highly preferred
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Why Explore This Opportunity:
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility
• Opportunity to lead and improve payroll processes in a growing organization
• Collaborative team with strong leadership support