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Description Robert Half is partnering with a client seeking an experienced and results-driven Payroll Director to oversee and manage payroll operations in a 100% in-office environment. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills to ensure accurate payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and implementation of best practices for payroll operations. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background in payroll management, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to lead a high-performing team. Responsibilities: Payroll Management: Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (Source: Job Search Landscape 2024). Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor payroll staff, fostering detail oriented growth and ensuring efficient workflow management. Regulatory Compliance: Maintain a thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations, including FLSA, tax laws, and wage reporting requirements, ensuring payroll processes are aligned with compliance standards (Source: Job Search Landscape 2024). System Oversight: Manage the organization’s payroll systems, troubleshoot issues, and recommend updates or system improvements as needed. Auditing: Conduct regular audits of payroll systems and processes to ensure accurate data entry, reporting, and adherence to company policies. Reporting & Analytics: Prepare and present payroll-related reports, metrics, and analytics to senior management, offering insights that impact decision-making. Vendor Coordination: Establish and maintain relationships with payroll service providers, tax agencies, and software vendors to ensure seamless operations. Policy Development: Create, implement, and enforce payroll policies and procedures that support the organization’s goals and ensure operational excellence (Source: Job Search Landscape 2024). Problem Resolution: Investigate and resolve payroll-related discrepancies or employee inquiries in a detail oriented and timely manner. Requirements Experience: Minimum of 8 years of payroll experience, including leadership roles. Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is mandatory; CPP (Certified Payroll detail oriented) certification is a strong plus (Source: Job Search Landscape 2024). Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage and mentor a team, implement process improvements, and contribute to organizational goals. Technical Skills: Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, or similar platforms, along with intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools. Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax requirements, garnishments, benefits deductions, and compliance standards (Source: Job Search Landscape 2024). Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to identify and correct discrepancies. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to liaise effectively with employees, management, and external stakeholders.

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