Director, Payroll

The Michaels Organization is a national leader in residential real estate offering full-service capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. At Michaels, our teammates strive to fulfill our promise of creating communities that lift lives - ones that jumpstart housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. With this passion at the forefront of our business, Michaels teammates can be proud to be a part of the extraordinary, every day.

Michaels is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Director of Payroll to lead our payroll department and ensure the accurate and timely processing of employee compensation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in payroll administration, compliance with relevant regulations, and expertise in payroll software systems. This role involves overseeing payroll operations, managing payroll-related inquiries, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy. The Director of Payroll will also collaborate closely with HR and finance teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll data and support organizational goals.

• Oversee day-to-day payroll operations in partnership with our managed payroll vendor, ensuring accurate and efficient delivery our weekly and bi-weekly payroll.
• Oversees maintenance of the Payroll system, including updating earnings/deduction code setup and tax jurisdiction components, setting up the Payroll processing calendar, setting up the accrual for accounting, and any year-end adjustments where necessary.
• Familiarity with Human Resources policies, Payroll policies and wage laws, to ensure that payroll processing is in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Stay current with changes to tax laws. Verify that payroll payments are in compliance with federal, state and local policies. Manage the preparation and issuance of W-2 statements with for all associates.
• Responsible for the overall and timely processing and payment of payroll for all entities.
• Responsible for all Federal, State, and Local payroll tax payments, filings, compliance, and reporting for all entities.
• Responsible for the overall day-to-day management of the payroll department including, but not limited to monitoring the workload of the department and ensuring all teammates have the tools needed to be successful.
• Responsible for the integrity of the payroll system, including all payroll reports.
• Responsible for implementation and analysis of quarterly internal audits.
• Set up, maintain, and continually work to improve internal processes and procedures.
• Assists management with recommendations on financial, fiscal, and payroll matters.
• Coordinates reporting preparation for required year end projects.
• Generate accurate payroll reports, including summaries of gross pay, taxes, deductions, and other relevant financial data for management review
• Conduct regular payroll audits to identify and resolve discrepancies, reconcile payroll accounts with financial records.
• Oversee the entire payroll cycle, including time and attendance tracking, salary calculations, deductions, garnishments, and benefit administration.
• Lead and manage a team of payroll professionals, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and assigning tasks.

Required Experience: 

• Minimum 8 years’ experience working in an automated multi-state payroll environment to include previous leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience using an automated payroll software system (SuccessFactors Preferred)
• Strong knowledge and application of Multi-State Payroll laws including garnishments for United States, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

Required Education/Training: 

• Education: 4-year degree in accounting is preferred but not required.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• High attention to detail, executes for results, analytical and curious mindset
• Ability to execute tasks in a thorough, composed, accurate and timely fashion while managing multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with multiple systems
• Ability to present recommendations based on analysis and take lead on implementing changes
• Demonstrated experience to influence senior management as well as work cross-functionally with other areas in Finance and the business.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong problem-solving skills and process improvement mindset.
• Proven ability to identify and implement continuous improvement / process improvement initiatives

Salary Range Information:

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the targeted base salary for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Rewards & Benefits:

We know Michaels’ promise of lifting lives starts with our teammates, so making sure every single teammate is happy, healthy, and set up for a successful future is important to us.  As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, etc., generous paid time off, a 401 (k) plan with a company match, and so much more.  We believe in education - and in taking care of our own - so as an added incentive your children will be able to apply for the Michaels Employee Scholarship Program. 

• Help make the world a better place in a team-oriented environment.
• Grow with our organization through various professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate and thrive in a company culture where all are welcome

Michaels teammates make a difference in the lives of residents, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.  To learn more about the total rewards we offer please visit our website. 

Come join our team. You’re going to love it here!