Job DescriptionUSA Today Top Workplace!The Payroll Director is responsible for leading all aspects of payroll operations for one of the largest automotive groups in Oklahoma (1,300+ employees in OKC and Tulsa). This role ensures accurate, timely payroll processing while maintaining strict compliance with federal and Oklahoma-specific regulations. The Payroll Director serves as a strategic partner to HR and Finance, driving process improvements, system optimization, and audit readiness.
- Direct and oversee full-cycle payroll processing for 1,300+ employees (hourly, salaried, shift-based, and incentive pay structures)
- Ensure compliance with all federal laws (e.g., FLSA, IRS regulations) and Oklahoma-specific requirements (state income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, garnishments)
- Manage multi-state payroll compliance if applicable
- Lead payroll system administration (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG), including upgrades, integrations, and data integrity
- Establish and enforce payroll policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures
- Supervise and develop a payroll team (typically 3-8 staff depending on structure)
- Oversee payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and year-end processing (W-2s, corrections, audits)
- Coordinate internal and external audits; ensure documentation readiness and compliance
- Partner with HR on benefits deductions, leave policies, and compensation changes
- Collaborate with Finance on general ledger postings, accruals, and financial reporting
- Manage vendor relationships, including payroll providers and tax filing services
- Monitor legislative changes impacting payroll in Oklahoma and across applicable states
- Drive automation, efficiency improvements, and scalability of payroll operations
- Analyze payroll metrics and provide reporting to executive leadership
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field
- 10+ years of payroll experience, including leadership in organizations with 1,000+ employees
- Strong knowledge of federal and Oklahoma payroll laws and tax regulations
- Experience managing multi-state payroll preferred
- Proven experience with enterprise payroll systems (Strong preference for Paycom)
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing payroll teams
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- High level of discretion handling confidential employee data
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) a plus
Additional InformationBenefits for full time employees include but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Disability, EAP, 401(k), PTO, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Employee Discounts
