Interim Payroll Director POST NUMBER: 475033

Brentwood, NY
Interim Director of Payroll
Location: Remote
Job Type: Long term contract, approximately 2 years
Start Date: ASAP
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Interim Director of Payroll to support a large healthcare organization during a major HRIS and payroll system transition. This role will lead day to day payroll operations for a high volume multi state workforce while internal leaders focus on a Workday implementation. The ideal candidate is a hands on payroll leader who can ensure accuracy compliance and operational stability in a complex environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and oversee day to day payroll operations for a large multi-state organization
  • Provide leadership and oversight to payroll managers and specialists
  • Ensure accurate and timely processing across multiple payroll cycles
  • Standardize document and improve payroll processes and controls
  • Audit payroll transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Resolve payroll discrepancies quickly and effectively
  • Ensure compliance with all federal state and local payroll and tax laws
  • Ensure payroll taxes and filings are completed accurately and on time
  • Partner with HR and Finance on payroll reporting and forecasting
  • Support internal and external audits related to payroll
  • Assist with system testing controls and process validation related to a future Workday implementation
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for payroll related questions
Team Environment
  • Remote payroll team supporting approximately 25000 employees
  • Role provides operational coverage while internal leaders support an ERP implementation
Required Qualifications
  • Eight or more years of payroll experience
  • Five or more years of payroll leadership or management experience
  • Experience supporting high volume multi state payroll environments
  • Strong knowledge of payroll compliance tax regulations and controls
Preferred Experience
  • Experience with large scale payroll systems or HRIS platforms
  • Prior experience with Lawson or similar payroll systems
  • Experience supporting organizations during system or ERP transitions
Posted 2026-06-06

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