Director, Payroll

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsThe role will assist with the onboarding of large employee populations for new contract awardsResponsible for processing in-house payroll for 10,000 employees across 45 legal entities and all 50 states. Employee population includes individuals covered by over 30 collective bargaining agreements, Davis Bacon Act (DBA), and Service Contract Act.Serve as the primary support to the Senior Payroll Director to lead a team of 25 payroll professionalsThe Payroll Director will serve as a trusted advisor to on compliance matters and process improvements while partnering cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Legal, and IT.OverviewRole focused on payroll processing, compliance, and team leadership for a large, multi-entity payroll operation supporting diverse wage laws and union-related processes.ResponsibilitiesEnsure the team has the necessary skills and training to support a dynamic and growing organization. Lead, mentor, and develop a payroll team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ensure succession plan is in place to maintain continuity across the team.Process multiple foreign payrolls in various currencies with assistance from outsourced support. Understanding of how to operate in a multi-currency environment subject to varying foreign tax laws.Manage the administration of electronic timekeeping systems along with implementing controls over the timeliness and accuracy of labor postings and timesheet corrections.Process direct deposits, manual checks, and out-of-cycle payments, to ensure employees are paid timely and accurately.Partner with HR, Finance, and IT to ensure payroll processes integrate seamlessly with HRIS, timekeeping, and financial systems.Manage and oversee timesheet work schedules and payroll schedules to standardize back-office operations and improve efficiency and employee experience.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and company policies.Provide executive leadership with timely and accurate payroll metrics, insights, and root cause analysis on incorrect or delayed payments.Manage PTO and other leave accruals to ensure employees are receiving timely and accurate leave benefits and leave pay-outs.Unions & Garnishments:Establish controls and processes to ensure that all garnishments and tax levies are implemented timely and accurately.Create system generated allowances for various employee payments.Implement processes to ensure that union payments reconcile back to amounts recorded.Oversee union audits to validate the accuracy and completeness of union dues and union sponsored benefits.Qualifications10+ Years of progressive payroll experience including 5+ years in a leadership role.Proven track record of managing a multi-state payroll environment.Excel proficiency, data analysis, and query skills.Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement abilities.Certifications: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.Ability to operate strategically while maintaining attention to detail.This Hybrid position requires that you live within commuting distance from Herndon, VAJob DetailsJob ID: 2025-19356Work Type: HybridLocation: Ashburn, VASalary: $139,500 - $159,000Company Description and context have been retained to reflect the posting. Akima is a global enterprise and federal contractor with a focus on innovation, diversity, and growth opportunities for its employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-27