Director of Payroll at Conexus

Title: Director of Payroll Compensation: $165000 - $185000 Bonus Location: Santa Ana CA Email your word document resume to and reference the subject as Director of Payroll Position Overview:We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Payroll to lead and optimize all payroll operations for our organization. This role oversees payroll processing for 2000 employees and directly manages a team of 6 payroll professionals. The Director will ensure accurate compliant and timely payroll execution while driving continuous improvement across systems processes and internal controls.Key Responsibilities:Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for 2000 employees across multiple locations ensuring accuracy timeliness and regulatory compliance.Manage support and develop a team of 6 payroll staff fostering collaboration and high performance.Review and approve payroll runs adjustments garnishments bonuses and off-cycle payments.Maintain and enforce payroll policies procedures workflows and internal controls.Serve as the primary payroll subject matter expert for leadership HR finance and employees.Partner closely with HR and Finance to ensure seamless integration of employee data benefits and reporting.Coach and mentor team members supporting their growth and optimizing team effectiveness.Ensure compliance with federal state and local wage and hour laws tax regulations and reporting requirements.Oversee year-end processes including W-2s audits reconciliations and tax filings.Proactively identify compliance risks and implement corrective action when needed.Optimize payroll systems processes and workflows to improve efficiency and scalability.Lead system enhancements updates testing and integrations.Maintain accurate documentation of payroll procedures and standard operating processes.Leverage data and analytics to monitor payroll performance and identify opportunities for improvement.Qualifications:Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance HR Business or related field (or equivalent experience).7 years of progressive payroll experience including 3 years in a leadership role.Proven experience overseeing payroll for 2000 employees in a multi-state environment.Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations wage and hour laws and compliance requirements.Demonstrated success managing and developing a payroll team of 5 direct reports.Proficiency with modern payroll systems (e.g. Dayforce ADP UKG) with the ability to optimize and streamline processes.Exceptional attention to detail organizational skills and analytical problem-solving.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Email your word document resume to and reference the subject as Director of Payroll Required Experience:Director Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 165000 - 185000