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Associate Director, Payroll
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum of 10 years of payroll experience in an international, multi-state professional services organization; preferably a law firm
- A Bachelor’s degree in a Business or related field as well as payroll professional certification (e.g. CPP with APA) is required
- At least 5 years of management responsibilities of a payroll team with a demonstrated track record of successfully leading, and mentoring a team; able to engage staff while driving innovation and productivity
- Extensive experience and knowledge of PeopleSoft payroll software
- Knowledge and awareness of expatriate payroll, including knowledge of related international payroll laws and regulations are necessary
- Demonstrated high level of diplomacy, confidentiality, and excellent judgement in navigating sensitive issues; influential with the ability to lead and engage teams with the objective of distinctive client services
- Able to facilitate discussions to enable people to collaborate with each other independently as well as promote collaboration across multiple parties
- Proactive with excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills; able to identify unique solutions to complex issues
- Ideal candidates will be able to multi-task and effectively prioritize and operate in a fast paced and dynamic environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel