Director, Payroll Tax Compliance

Cast & Crew

. Lead, develop, and mentor a team of six payroll tax professionals .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in payroll tax compliance and management, with a strong focus on U.S. and Canadian regulations. Proven ability to lead teams, implement process improvements, and drive strategic initiatives within complex organizational structures.

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Payroll Tax Compliance ManagementU.S. And Canadian Payroll Tax RegulationsTeam Leadership And DevelopmentAnalytical And Problem-Solving SkillsEnterprise Payroll And Financial Systems

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Hard Skills

Payroll Tax FilingsRegulatory ComplianceProcess ImprovementW-2 ReportingAccount ReconciliationProject ManagementWorkflow IntegrationData AnalysisTax Liability ResolutionSystem Testing And Validation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingInfluencing StakeholdersOrganizational Change ManagementDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

ExcelWordMS OutlookAI ToolsOracle Financials

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACPPFPC

Industry Keywords

Payroll TaxMulti-State OperationsRegulatory AgenciesEntertainment IndustryMedia IndustryProduction Industry

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, develop, and mentor a team of six payroll tax professionals
Oversee payroll tax filings, payments, and compliance activities for legal entities across the United States and Canada
Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies regarding payroll tax audits, inquiries, notices, and compliance matters
Develop and execute payroll tax strategies with the SVP of Accounting and peer leaders
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance scalability, accuracy, efficiency, and customer service
Oversee year-end payroll tax processing, including W-2 reporting, system updates, and regulatory filings
Establish and enhance payroll tax compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls
Review payroll tax account reconciliations and resolve tax liabilities, credits, refunds, and agency correspondence
Ensure documentation, knowledge transfer, and cross-training across the payroll tax function
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and communicate impacts and required actions
Collaborate with Payroll Operations, Product Management, Technology, and Finance on system enhancements and compliance changes
Develop business requirements and participate in testing, implementation, and validation of payroll tax system enhancements
Serve as payroll tax subject matter expert for enterprise initiatives, acquisitions, system implementations, and strategic projects
Build relationships with clients, vendors, auditors, government agencies, and internal stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive payroll tax experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role managing payroll tax compliance functions
Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian payroll tax regulations, filings, and compliance requirements
Experience managing complex payroll tax operations within large, multi-state and multi-jurisdiction organizations
Demonstrated success leading teams, developing talent, and driving organizational change
Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and decision-making capabilities
Ability to operate effectively in a high-volume, deadline-driven, and rapidly evolving environment
10 years of experience with a minimum of 5 years specific to payroll tax compliance and management
Expert level computer skills including Excel, Word, and MS Outlook
Hands-on experience using AI tools within your discipline, including workflow integration and measurable business impact
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent – CPA, CPP, or FPC certification preferred
Experience with enterprise payroll and financial systems; Oracle Financials experience preferred
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization
Entertainment, media, or production industry experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) match
Generous PTO
Paid parental leave
Health and wellness programs
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts