Head of Payroll and HR Operations

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Management & Compliance:

• Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, tax regulations, and labor requirements.
• Supervise payroll reconciliations, audits, and general ledger integration.
• Manage payroll funding, tax filings, and year-end reporting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits related to payroll.

HR Operations & Administration:

• Lead and optimize HR operations, including payroll administration, benefits processing, timekeeping, and employee data management.
• Standardize payroll and HR operational processes across multiple business units and locations.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT teams to align payroll with broader HR operations.
• Drive improvements in HR service delivery through automation and technology enhancements.

Payroll Automation & Process Improvement:

• Lead automation initiatives to improve payroll efficiency and eliminate manual processes.
• Optimize HRIS and payroll systems (e.g. SAP) for better performance.
• Implement AI-driven payroll and HR solutions to enhance accuracy and employee experience.
• Promote the use of self-service tools for employees and managers to streamline HR processes.

Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Manage and develop a team of payroll and HR operations professionals.
• Collaborate with HR leadership, Finance, and IT to ensure seamless payroll and HR operations.
• Act as a subject matter expert on payroll and HR operational best practices.
• Drive change management initiatives to improve payroll and HR service delivery.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 12 years of payroll and HR operations experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a track record of driving change.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification.
• Experience with global payroll operations and HR shared services.
• Knowledge of AI-driven HR automation and digital transformation strategies.