Atlas Search

Director of Payroll

Atlas Search Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
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Jacqueline McAllister

Jacqueline McAllister

Director at Atlas Search

Our client is looking for a Director of Payroll in LA.


Job Description:

  • Ensure the processing of multi-state and global payroll is accurate and timely
  • Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely
  • Maintain and audit payroll information through collecting, calculating, entering, and uploading data
  • Update payroll records, entering changes in exemptions, deductions, employment status, and department/division transfers
  • Recommend ways to improve and automate payroll processes
  • Prepare reports, compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages
  • Prepare tax documents firmwide
  • Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information and responding in a timely matter


Core Competencies:

  • 6+ years of experience in end to end payroll processing
  • Must have knowledge of Federal and State Tax regulations and laws
  • Workday experience is preferred
  • Experience with Union populations is a must
  • Strong Excel skills are a huge plus
  • Bachelor’s degree required


The annual base salary range is $150,000 to $200,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Human Resources and Accounting/Auditing
  • Industries

    Advertising Services and Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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