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Martignetti Companies · 15 hours ago

Payroll Director (Payroll)

Taunton, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Martignetti Companies is seeking a strategic and experienced Payroll Director to oversee their payroll function and align it with organizational goals. The role involves managing payroll strategy, ensuring compliance, and overseeing retirement benefits for approximately 1,700 employees across New England.

Wine And Spirits

Responsibilities

Develop and implement payroll strategies that align with organizational goals and ensure efficiency

Oversee all aspects of payroll processing to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness

Manage performance-based compensation and all retirement benefit programs, including 401(k) plans and deferred compensation, ensuring accurate contributions and compliance with regulations

Lead initiatives to improve payroll processes and systems, leveraging technology for efficiency and scalability

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and benefits regulations

Partner with HR, Finance, and other departments to align payroll operations with broader organizational strategies

Provide guidance and mentorship to the payroll team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

Monitor and analyze payroll metrics to inform decision-making and identify areas for improvement

Address escalated payroll and benefits issues, providing resolution and guidance to the team

Prepare and present payroll and benefits reports to senior management, ensuring transparency and accountability

Qualification

Payroll managementRetirement benefits administrationPayroll systems expertisePayroll laws complianceAnalytical skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsMicrosoft ExcelPaylocity experienceAccounting experienceProblem-solving abilitiesTeam management

Required

Extensive experience in payroll management, including strategic planning and operational execution

Strong knowledge of retirement benefits administration, including 401(k) and deferred compensation plans

Expertise in payroll systems and software (e.g., Paychex, Paylocity) and familiarity with integrating payroll with other systems

Comprehensive understanding of payroll laws, regulations, tax compliance, unemployment laws, and compliance requirements

Demonstrated leadership and team management skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly

Ability to interface and effectively communicate with all levels of employees including leadership

Excellent computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel and payroll/time & labor systems

A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is preferred. Associate degree with work in payroll will be taken into consideration

7-10 years' experience leading and managing a payroll department

Minimum of 10-12 years of Payroll required