Payroll Director

Any Hour Group•Orem, UT

About The Position

Directs payroll operations across multiple business units, overseeing payroll processing, tax setup, reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Leads the payroll team in driving operational excellence by leveraging systems such as Paycom and Excel for accurate processing and reporting. Also responsible for managing banking partners, verifying vendor payments, and implementing corporate cellular plan consolidation. Partners with HR and Finance leadership to enhance payroll and vendor processes, resolve complex issues, and ensure compliant, efficient execution of all payroll and vendor payment functions.

Requirements

Deep knowledge of payroll laws and multi-state regulatory compliance
High proficiency in Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, formulas) and payroll platforms (Paycom, iSolved, etc.)
Strong leadership, team development, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to analyze payroll data and identify trends or anomalies
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with executive leadership
Experience managing vendor contracts, ACH verifications, and banking relationships
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required
10+ years of experience in payroll management, including multi-state compliance and systems oversight
5+ years of people management experience leading payroll and/or vendor payment teams

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is preferred
Experience with Paycom or comparable payroll/HCM platforms is strongly preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees payroll processing, ensuring timely, accurate pay across multiple states and business units
Develops and implements payroll strategies, processes, and governance aligned with company objectives and legal requirements
Manages tax setup and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding payroll taxes and reporting
Leads process improvement initiatives for payroll workflows, system use, and vendor payment protocols
Partners with Finance, HR, and IT to ensure alignment and integration between payroll, accounting, and HCM systems
Oversees reporting and dashboards to support Finance and executive leadership in payroll analytics and forecasting
Manages vendor relationships including payroll service providers, ensuring SLAs are met and services are audited for accuracy
Oversees corporate banking partnerships, including ACH setup and payment verifications
Coordinates enterprise-wide efforts to consolidate mobile/cellular plans under preferred vendor contracts
Coaches and develops payroll team members, promoting accuracy, compliance, and a culture of continuous improvement