Payroll Director

MGT•,

13d•Remote

About The Position

MGT is hiring a Payroll Director to build, improve, and manage payroll processes and related HR technology capabilities, with a focus on enhancing the employee experience as the organization grows. Reporting to the VP of the People Operations team, the Payroll Director will lead payroll operations, teams, technology, compliant and scalable processes, employee experience initiatives, and project delivery. The role is remote. The Payroll Director will develop the strategy and roadmap for a world-class payroll function, oversee full-cycle domestic and international payroll, manage payroll technology and vendor relationships, and prepare the organization to deploy a new payroll system in 2026. The role also supports MGT’s inorganic growth plan through payroll due diligence and integration work, ensures payroll compliance, leads process improvement, and provides payroll and HR technology guidance across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, finance, or a related field.
Seven or more years of progressive payroll experience, including experience leading a team.
Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. payroll compliance requirements and state and local payroll tax reporting.
Three or more years of project management and solution delivery experience, with the ability to plan and lead complex initiatives.
Experience with multi-state payroll operations and payroll system administration.
Proven ability to improve payroll processes and employee experiences through hands-on, detail-oriented leadership.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to synthesize disparate information into clear, actionable reports and recommendations.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.
Ability to work independently in a virtual, fast-paced, entrepreneurial, diverse, and dynamic environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

Seven or more years of progressive experience within payroll, benefits, and/or Human Resources.
Experience in a professional services or hyper-growth environment.
CPP, NACPB, SHRM-CP/SCP, and/or PHR/SPHR certification.
Experience supporting organizations through acquisitions and integration.
Experience with Dayforce HRIS.
Experience supporting payroll operations outside the United States, including coordination with local payroll vendors and compliance with country-specific payroll and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead the strategy, plan, and roadmap for building a payroll function that supports MGT’s strategic growth plan.
Manage a team responsible for the full payroll life cycle, timely and accurate bi-weekly payroll processing, and post-payroll activities.
Respond to routine payroll and compliance inquiries and provide service to employees.
Lead annual activities, including audits, compensation reviews, year-end reporting, and open enrollment.
Oversee international payroll operations, local payroll vendors, and compliance with country-specific payroll, tax, and statutory requirements.
Manage payroll due diligence, third-party integration activities, and payroll vendor relationships.
Define, design, maintain, and enhance payroll and related HR technologies; serve as a payroll systems subject matter expert.
Assess and deploy a new payroll system for 2026 and introduce processes and capabilities in partnership with business leaders.
Serve as the payroll subject matter expert during due diligence and combination phases supporting MGT’s inorganic growth plan.
Design and implement payroll policies and procedures to support organizational growth and development.
Ensure compliance with company policies and practices and federal, state, and local employment laws, including timely tax filings, registrations, and agency reporting; monitor regulatory changes and maintain compliance.
Identify and implement process improvements based on trends, best practices, and payroll regulations; lead improvement initiatives.
Maintain communication channels for employee feedback on payroll matters and act as a liaison between employees and management to address concerns.
Provide consultation, guidance, and support on payroll operations, HR technologies, and payroll compliance.
Develop and analyze payroll and system metrics, data, service-level agreements, and trends to meet management information needs.
Lead or contribute to other HR duties and initiatives involving the HR lifecycle, HR technology implementations, process improvements, and compliance audits.