Senior Payroll Director

OverviewSenior Payroll Director – Lead, Optimize, and Innovate! SSP America is seeking a payroll and HR operations leader to oversee payroll processing, compliance, and employee support for approximately 9,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada.LocationAshburn, VATravelApproximately 20% (US & Canada)Compensation$139,500 - $159,000 + BonusResponsibilitiesLead and direct the payroll team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for employees across the U.S. and Canada, in compliance with internal policies, collective agreements, and applicable laws.Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including wage disbursements, deductions, tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefits administration. Approve payroll liabilities and ensure accuracy in related reporting.Act as a strategic partner to Accounting, Finance, HR, Operations, and IT; align payroll processes with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.Maintain and support payroll system integrations, data accuracy, and system performance. Lead automation initiatives to improve compliance tracking, tax reporting, and funding workflows.Reconcile payroll-related general ledger and tax accounts. Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes by ensuring accurate data integration and resolving discrepancies with Finance.Monitor and ensure adherence to changing payroll legislation, wage and hour laws, and union agreements across jurisdictions. Lead payroll audits and ensure readiness for audits.Drive continuous improvement in payroll processes and systems. Implement controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation, including automation of tax configurations and workflows.Analyze payroll metrics and prepare executive-level reports to inform financial planning and strategic decisions.Manage relationships with third-party payroll providers and tax agencies. Oversee timely and accurate tax reporting and funding. Support system upgrades, special projects, and corporate audits.Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and data security in all payroll processes.Identify and resolve payroll issues, escalate as needed, and conduct root-cause analysis to prevent recurrence.QualificationsMinimum of ten (10) years of payroll administration experience.Minimum of five years’ experience managing teams in a multi-jurisdiction or high-volume corporate environment, preferably in the hospitality industry.Technically proficient in US and Canada federal, state/provincial, and local payroll-related employment laws.Proven experience processing high-volume payrolls (5,000+), with strong experience in payroll GL integration and termediate to advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint).Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday); SAP SuccessFactors payroll experience is preferred.Ability to establish and maintain eligibility to work in the United States.Willingness to travel ~20% within the US and Canada, including overnight and extended stays.Ability to pass and maintain a criminal background check and relevant security checks as required.Preferred: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.Why Join UsStrategic impact: Oversee payroll accuracy, compliance, and optimization across the US and Canada.Data-driven leadership: Manage large-scale payroll data and analytics to minimize errors.Multi-national scope: Work with US and Canadian payroll, wage administration, and regulatory novation: Optimize payroll operations through automation and HRIS technology.SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning employment will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected status. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-25