Director of Payroll Tax (x2)

Director of Payroll Tax Los Angeles County , CA Direct Hire Accounting Management $165K to $185K 10/07/2026 Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking a Director of Payroll Tax to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting base salary of $165,000 to $185,000 per year. Job Responsibilities Lead payroll tax operations by overseeing tax reporting, compliance activities, and regulatory filing requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Manage payroll tax audits, agency inquiries, notices, and correspondence while ensuring timely resolution of issues. Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and internal controls that support accurate payroll tax processing and compliance. Partner with payroll, finance, technology, and business teams to implement system enhancements, process improvements, and strategic initiatives. Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities for payroll tax team members while promoting operational excellence. Requirements 10+ years of progressive payroll tax experience, including at least five years in a leadership capacity. Demonstrate strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations, reporting requirements, and compliance practices across multiple jurisdictions. Possess experience managing complex payroll tax operations within large and multi location organizations. Maintain advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and payroll related technology platforms. Demonstrate experience supporting system implementations, process improvements, and high volume payroll tax environments. Qualifications Apply strong analytical and problem solving skills to resolve compliance issues, evaluate risks, and improve operational processes. Demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities through team development, change management, and stakeholder engagement. Communicate effectively with executives, auditors, government agencies, vendors, and internal business partners. Maintain strong organizational and project management skills while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines. A Bachelor degree, professional payroll or accounting certification, enterprise payroll system experience, artificial intelligence tool expertise, or industry specific experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Century Group