Hiring: Director of Payroll Company: United Staffing Associates Location: San Luis Obispo, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 10:56:05 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Regulatory Compliance About the job Required Skills: •Review and approve employee-related payroll changes and transactions, verifying accuracy before payroll processing. •Oversee department email communications received from company employees, providing prompt, accurate, and professional responses. •Administer and maintain employee paid time off records and related tracking. •Establish, document, maintain, and enhance payroll procedures, policies, and controls to support the organization as it grows. •Handle payroll tax registrations and compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and international tax authorities. •Perform and oversee account reconciliations, including year-end estimated payroll, payroll clearing and payroll tax accounts, assigned general ledger accounts, various garnishments and payroll liability accounts, other payroll earnings, deductions, and liability accounts as necessary. •Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and oversight to payroll team members responsible for payroll processing, audit activities, and regulatory compliance. •Lead payroll reporting and data analysis, producing reliable metrics and specialized reports for Finance leadership, the Controller, and senior management. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree required. •At least three years of progressively responsible experience involving payroll and accounting, including responsibility for overseeing payroll operations. •Proficiency with standard business applications and payroll systems, with the ability to learn and work effectively within new technology platforms. •Thorough understanding of payroll practices, payroll tax requirements, and employment-related compliance obligations. •Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision, use sound judgment, prioritize competing responsibilities, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment. •Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Compensation: •$95,000 - $100,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!