Hybrid Head of Payroll - Publicly Traded Luxury Hospitality Group - $130k - $150k

Hybrid Head of Payroll - Publicly Traded Luxury Hospitality Group - $130k - $150k

A dynamic, publicly traded hospitality group known for its exceptional, high-end guest experiences and its commitment to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Over 2,000 employees across multiple states / 20 entities.

We are seeking a Head of Payroll to take the helm of payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. This position reports directly to the Controller.

Hybrid - In the office 3 days per week!

Please only apply if you've had experience managing a payroll department at a company with at least 1,300 employees.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-state workforce of 2,000 employees on Paycom.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, bonuses, and commissions.
• Serve as the point of contact for transitioning or implementing new payroll systems
• Ensure payroll compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including wage laws, tax filings, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and submit payroll-related reports, including quarterly and annual tax filings (e.g., 941s, W-2s).
• Conduct audits to ensure the accuracy of payroll data and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Address payroll-related inquiries, resolve discrepancies, and provide guidance on pay policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with HR and Benefits teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll with benefits administration, 401(k) contributions, and deductions.
• Partner with HR and IT to evaluate, enhance, or transition to a new payroll system to support organizational growth and efficiency.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within payroll operations.
• Manage and develop a small payroll team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Provide training and guidance to ensure team proficiency in payroll processing and compliance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of multi-state payroll experience in a mid- to large-sized organization; experience in the hospitality industry is a plus.
• Proficiency in an enterprise payroll system.
• Experience managing payroll for tipped employees, including handling tips, gratuities, and service charges in compliance with federal and state regulations, is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Proven experience managing a team and leading process improvements or system transitions.
• CPP certification (preferred).

Salary: $130k - $150k

The above salary range represents Advice's good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible base compensation range at the time of posting and is not reflective of the total compensation package, which may also include benefits, equity and other non-cash incentives.

Please send your resume for immediate consideration to: bsedita@adviceny.com

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