Senior Director of Payroll
Senior Director of Payroll Location: Owings Mills, MD (HYBRID: 3 days in office) Salary: $130,000-$145,000 base salary 10% bonus potential We are partnering with a highly-reputable, privately-held company in Owings Mills, MD to hire a Senior Director of Payroll to lead and elevate their payroll function. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who thrives in a collaborative, employee-focused environment and wants to make a meaningful impact. Why this Opportunity Stands Out: The Senior Director of Payroll will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of payroll operations while leading a talented payroll team of 5 individuals. Opportunity to lead payroll strategy across a multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction organization Strong mix of strategic leadership hands-on execution Visibility and partnership with executive leadership (Finance, HR, Operations) Ability to build, mentor, and shape a high-performing payroll team Play a key role in process improvement, system optimization, and growth initiatives (including M&A) HYBRID work schedule with a flexible, supportive team environment(3 days Onsite, 2 days WFH) Full health insurance coverage-health, dental, vision with multiple plans to chose from 401(k) with company match Monthly cell phone reimbursement Training and career growth opportunities Employee discounts on gym memberships, pool access, and hotel stays Company is known for its fun, people-first culture and commitment to employee engagement Team-building events such as Summer Olympics and game days (Bingo Fridays!) Employee appreciation events and birthday celebration Quarterly team outings, including happy hours, bowling nights, and more Key Responsibilities for the Senior Director of Payroll: Lead end-to-end payroll operations across the U.S. and Canada with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance Serve as the subject matter expert in payroll tax and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions Drive process improvement, automation, and standardization across payroll systems and workflows Establish strong internal controls, audit readiness, and risk mitigation practices Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing payroll team, building depth through cross-training Partner closely with Finance, HR, and Operations to ensure seamless payroll integration and support business initiatives Support system implementations, acquisitions, and integration efforts Qualifications for the Senior Director of Payroll: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field 8 years of progressive payroll experience, including 5 years in leadership Experience managing complex, multi-entity payroll environments Strong expertise in payroll tax, compliance, and multi-state/cross-border regulations Proven leadership skills with a track record of building and developing teams Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on when needed INJUN2026 LI-JG1
