Payroll Director

Wellpath • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Payroll Director at Wellpath is responsible for overseeing all payroll operations for over 15,000 employees across multiple states. This role involves developing strategies to enhance payroll efficiency, ensuring compliance with wage regulations, and fostering a culture of exemplary customer service within the payroll function. The position also includes leading a team, managing audits, and implementing training guidelines to optimize payroll processes.

Requirements

• B.A. in Finance/Accounting or related experience
• Minimum of 8 years managing payroll departments within large multi-state companies, including in depth knowledge of payroll tax processing, internal/external audits, garnishments and wage and hour laws and regulations
• C.P.P. preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll administration and systems for 15,000+ employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with payroll laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement training guidelines, SOPs, and strategic initiatives to optimize payroll processes and align with organizational goals, supporting acquisition/divestiture efforts when necessary.
• Collaborate with support center leadership, payroll managers, and vendors to minimize off-cycle check processing and enhance employee satisfaction with timekeeping policies.
• Manage audits, tax reconciliations, and financial reporting for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end cycles, while implementing payroll metrics to evaluate service levels and mitigate business risks.
• Lead and mentor payroll team members, conduct performance evaluations, and drive individual and team development initiatives to meet budgetary goals and optimize financial performance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k retirement plan
• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees