VP of Payroll

About the role

An established financial services organization is seeking a Vice President of Payroll to oversee complex, multi-state payroll operations and serve as a key member of a high-performing payroll team. This individual will help drive payroll accuracy, compliance, process efficiency, and partnership across the business while managing payroll for a growing employee population.

Our client is a publicly traded professional services organization with a strong reputation in its industry and a global presence. The company offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment where operational excellence, accuracy, and attention to detail are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute multi-state payroll operations with a high degree of accuracy and compliance.
• Partner with payroll team members to divide and manage payroll responsibilities efficiently.
• Utilize Workday Payroll to support payroll administration, reporting, and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Review payroll controls, reconciliations, and auditing processes.
• Support process optimization and operational improvements within payroll functions.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other internal stakeholders on payroll-related matters.
• Assist with year-end payroll activities and regulatory reporting requirements.

Profile

• 2+ years of recent Workday Payroll experience.
• 5+ years of multi-state payroll experience.
• Experience supporting complex payroll environments with large employee populations.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree required.
• CPP or FPC certification preferred.
• Ability to commute to New York City four days per week (Monday through Thursday).

Pay

• Base Salary: $150,000 to $175,000
• Annual Bonus
• 401(k) Match

Schedule

• Generous paid time off
• Hybrid work model (4 days onsite) based in New York City