Director, Payroll
Tulsa, OK, United States
Job Description SUMMARY:
As Director of Payroll, you will be responsible for configuring and maintaining the systems and applications that support payroll, time and absence management across Stride. You will work closely with HR, IT, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure the systems are functioning properly, accurately, and securely. You will showcase your experience by championing enhancements and providing creative solutions to promote efficiency, effectiveness, and new thinking within the Stride Finance organization. This role will report directly to the Asst. Controller.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Demonstrates expert-level knowledge of Workday Payroll
Manages and guarantees bi-weekly and on-demand (as necessary) disbursement of multi-state payroll, including garnishments, benefits, and taxes to all employees and agencies consistent with federal and state wages and hour laws
Designs and implements short-term and long-term strategies to achieve continuous improvement in payroll processing and delivery operations
Directly engages with Stride Finance and other key cross-functional leadership to deliver regular Key Performance Indicator (KPI) briefings and other ad hoc management reporting (as requested)
Develops budgets and policies and procedures to support the functional area infrastructure
Manages relationship with 3rd party payroll fulfillment services provider
Manages relationships with tax vendors and manages overall payroll tax compliance
Understand the integration touchpoints within Workday between Payroll and Absence & Time Tracking
Effectively delegate tasks to a team spanning Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking functions
Works with the HRIS team to implement innovative programs and processes for the Payroll Department
Advanced knowledge of payroll processes and procedures including pay calculations, tax reciprocity rules and regulations, and tax geographical location taxation rules
Must perform well in a high-energy, dynamic, and collaborative environment
Oversees payroll-specific internal business process controls (SOX) and engages with internal/external audit requests
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises 3 - 5 Full-time Equivalent (FTE) regular employees and/or contractors
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree
10 years managerial experience
5 years Workday payroll experience
5 years Workday reporting experience
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency
Ability to clear required background check
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS/Certifications:
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
Financial systems experience (NetSuite preferred)
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Candidates must be available to travel to Stride's corporate headquarters at least 10% of the time. The noise level in the office is usually moderate (computers, printers, light foot traffic). This position is virtual and open to residents of the 50 states, D.C.; preference will be given to candidates in the Washington D.C./Reston, VA area.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, r
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