Description Management Resources is seeking a Director of Payroll for a contract opportunity. This position will function as a subject matter expert on Payroll and oversee the Accounts Payable and Receivable Department. Duties & Responsibilities • Oversee the processing of semi-monthly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees including timecard and wage review, wage and deduction computation and data entry. • Responsible for setting up internal meetings to review payments in advance, and approval of payments from gross to net prior to final payroll settlement. • Provide subject matter expertise to ensure proper withholding of federal, state, local taxes. and production of W2’s. Compile summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, and nontaxable wages. • Manages payroll project bonus processing and accurately include verification of deferred compensation. • Communicate with business partners to enforce established deadlines for payroll processing and expedite resolution of required changes/discrepancies to guarantee timely payroll. • Maintain accurate payroll information and records by designing systems to collect, calculate and enter complex data into Workday Payroll Software. • Support an employee-oriented organizational culture emphasizing quality, continuous improvement, collaboration, and high performance. • Manages the AP and AR departments regarding the reconciling of payments to and from vendors, paying invoices in a timely manner, tracking budgetary spending in a general ledger, and approving disbursements of funds to other departments. • Remain accessible, visible, and ready to serve as a coach for internal colleagues and employees with questions on Payroll. • Correct any outstanding payroll issues post-processing by conferring with management on an accurate resolution and making documented adjustments as required. • Analyze and review current payroll procedures and recommend and implement policies and procedures for maximum efficiency. Assign duties and tasks to available support staff as needed. Requirements • Degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience. • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. • Through knowledge of payroll policies, practices, and systems. • Ten plus years of payroll experience in heavy and fast paced environment required with five plus years of managerial experience. • Shared Service Center experience preferred. • Working knowledge of Workday Payroll is required. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .