The Planet Group

Job Description

The Payroll Director will:

• Provide strategic leadership for the Payroll function, guiding the team and driving key initiatives that leverage emerging technologies to enhance payroll and equity compensation administration, improve efficiency, and streamline operations.
• Collaborate with HR business partners on cross-functional initiatives, including the implementation and enhancement of HRMS systems and integration with third-party benefit providers.
• Oversee the Payroll team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, full compliance with IRS regulations and internal policies, and robust documentation of internal controls. Inspire continuous improvement and support team development through clear vision and guidance.
• Administer RSU/PSU grant awards on the Fidelity platform, ensuring compliance with FICA withholding, managing terminations, dividend equivalents, settlements, and related reporting. Maintain detailed tracking of grants and support Form 4 filings and ad hoc reporting needs.
• Partner with Accounting on quarterly roll-forwards and ensure all U.S. RSU/PSU activity is processed through payroll, coordinating with international teams as needed.
• Manage monthly payroll processing for Tour Leadership and oversee preparation of annual tax reporting, including Forms 1099, 1042-S, and 592-B.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance payroll processes by implementing controls to ensure payment accuracy. Develop, document, and maintain procedures for Leadership payroll.
• Stay current on legislative and regulatory changes by attending seminars and collaborating with internal departments to ensure compliance. Provide strategic guidance to management on potential impacts.
• Oversee payroll-related aspects of employee relocations and W-2 reporting. Manage expatriate compensation, taxation, and year-end reporting, while maintaining strong relationships with third-party vendors supporting these functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred
• 10+ years in payroll management, including experience with UKG payroll and time and attendance web-based applications or similar systems
• System implementation and upgrade experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• 145-185K salary range based on experience

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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.