Director, Payroll - Corporate Las Vegas

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Life and Disability Insurance Plans
• Ancillary Insurance Plans
• Mental Health Support and Services
• Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• TAO Savings Marketplace
• Time off and much more!

The Director of Payroll is responsible for directing the activities of the respective staff members. Develops and controls all tasks necessary to accomplish the organization’s payroll processing objectives, including relationships with internal and external auditors and state and federal agencies. Develop corporate payroll strategy, planning, and communications, and ensure proper controls are implemented.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Oversees all payroll processes and procedures including payroll assignments and manages and guarantees weekly disbursement of payroll, including garnishments, tip compliance, benefits, and taxes to employees consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws
• Review and analyze current payroll processes; design short-term and long-term strategies for continuous improvement in payroll operations leading to best practices in all aspects of the payroll process
• Approve all manual out-of-cycle cycle payroll checks.
• Audit W-4s, payroll balance sheets, YTD earnings, etc.
• Provide thought leadership, training, and mentorship to direct reports and others across functional areas. Facilitates management and employee understanding of payroll procedures.
• Collaborate with HR and business leaders across the organization, communicating strategy, issues, and changes.
• Oversees timely and accurate tax reporting, health and welfare benefit system calculations, and funding
• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating and disciplinary actions and continuing education initiatives
• Oversee all aspects of the year-end processing and W-2 preparation
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned.

WORKING KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ten (10) years’ experience in payroll, preferably working in a high-volume capacity across multiple states and jurisdictions
• Extensive knowledge of payroll-related software, Oracle experience preferred
• Experience in management and administration of staff and policy
• preferably in the entertainment industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficient in Windows Office, Microsoft Office, (especially Excel)
• Ability to understand, navigate and execute payroll across any software
• Working experience in payroll tax at the federal, state, and local levels
• Prior system conversion and upgrade experience
• Ability to interpret Union Contracts
• Must have strong leadership, management, and critical thinking skills
• Excellence in communication, change management, coaching, and presentation skills. Able to communicate in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and the general public
• Must have a high level of integrity and confidentiality with strong planning and organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to develop, outline, interpret and implement new policies and controls, including Standard Operating Procedures, Business correspondence and meet all Service level agreements with vendors and payroll providers.
• Strong technology and process improvement background.
• Must possess decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to direct others, handle various projects at one time, follow up and make accurate decisions

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Must have strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day
• Must be able to read the computer monitors and print legibly
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the office
• Must be able to push and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Small to Medium office environment
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• 5-25% Local Travel (United States)
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner