🚀 Director of Payroll

Overview

Randstad Professionals is partnering with a pioneering American company at the forefront of materials science and manufacturing. They seek an experienced Director of Payroll to lead and scale payroll operations during a period of significant growth. The Director will ensure flawless, compliant, and timely payroll processing across a multi-state organization and will partner with HR, Finance, and IT to drive continuous improvement in payroll systems and processes.

As a rapidly growing, publicly-traded organization, they are investing in vertically integrated operations spanning from raw material processing to the manufacturing of finished products. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven team contributing to America’s industrial independence and a more sustainable future. You will work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you can make a tangible impact during tremendous growth.

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada | Job type: Permanent | Salary: $180,000 - $195,000 per year | Work hours: 8 to 5 | Education: Bachelor’s degree | Experience: 10 Years

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the entire payroll function, overseeing multi-state processing, tax filings, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement scalable payroll policies, procedures, and robust internal controls to meet company standards and legal requirements (e.g., FLSA, IRS, DoL).
• Take ownership of payroll systems and their integrations (experience with ADP or SAP is preferred), focusing on data integrity and system efficiency.
• Manage all payroll-related audits and ensure the timely resolution of any findings or discrepancies.
• Oversee the accurate processing of all employee compensation, including bonuses and complex equity transactions like stock awards.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and HR teams to support the design and administration of equity compensation programs within the payroll system.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the payroll team, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Stay current on legislative changes affecting payroll to ensure ongoing compliance across all jurisdictions.
• Manage all year-end activities, including the preparation, reconciliation, and distribution of W-2s.
• Translate company policies, tax and legislative requirements to ensure delivery of accurate and timely employee payments, reporting, compliance with applicable regulations, and internal controls.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure all payroll tables are properly updated and that staff are aware of any changes that might affect payroll administration or policy.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of payroll experience, including at least 4 years in a payroll management or leadership capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline; CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) highly desired.
• Demonstrated experience managing payroll operations for a publicly traded company.
• Proven expertise in complex, multi-state payroll and tax compliance.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise payroll systems such as ADP, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Proven ability in applying process improvement methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma desired.

If you are a Payroll subject matter expert with high-volume, multi-state payroll experience and success in streamlining payroll processes/operations for a publicly traded company, we want to hear from you!

Qualified candidates please apply or email resume to for immediate consideration.

Additional Information

Skills: Stock Administration, Payroll Processing, Payroll Supv/Mgmt Responsibility, Payroll Tax-Multistate, Payroll - 500+, Workers Compensation Reporting Claims, Payroll Accounting & Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered will be based on factors including education, work experience, location, duties, and certifications. Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, incentive and recognition programs, and 401K contribution (eligibility applies).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.