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Director, Payroll Production and Optimization Director, Payroll Production and Optimization Apply remote type Fully Remote locations California Corporate Office time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R23 Alignment Health is breaking the mold in conventional health care, committed to serving seniors and those who need it most: the chronically ill and frail. It takes an entire team of passionate and caring people, united in our mission to put the senior first. We have built a team of talented and experienced people who are passionate about transforming the lives of the seniors we serve. In this fast-growing company, you will find ample room for growth and innovation alongside the Alignment Health community. Working at Alignment Health provides an opportunity to do work that really matters, not only changing lives but saving them. Together. The Director, Payroll Production and Optimization is a newly created position. The Director, Payroll Production and Optimization will have an in-depth knowledge of the overall payroll operations and compliance to support a growing workforce of approximately 2,000 nationally dispersed employees. In this role, the Director, Payroll Production and Optimization will design and implement policies and procedures to achieve continuous improvement and drive efficiencies in the payroll department and implement payroll best practices throughout the entire company. The Director, Payroll Production and Optimization must be proactive, possess strong knowledge of payroll rules and regulations, including taxation filings, exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively, adhere to a strict deadline and maintain employee data confidentiality. The ideal candidate must also have strong communication skills to interact effectively with employees at all levels and leadership skills to effectuate best practices and changes that align with the company’s overall business goals and strategy. Job Requirements Review federal and state quarterly and annual payroll tax returns prepared by third-party service provider for accuracy. Track and ensure that these filings are filed on time by the third-party service provider. Ensure compliance with applicable payroll time and attendance laws, regulations, and company policies by staying updated on payroll regulations, tax laws and industry trends. Lead the effort to implement those necessary changes to ensure compliance and best practices. Identify areas and lead the effort to streamline payroll processes procedures using automated technology where appropriate. Develop, update, document and implement all payroll related policies and procedures, including best practices. Assist with timely and accurate payroll processing for all employees in multiple states including taxation of equity-based awards. Identify and mitigate risks related to payroll and time and attendance to avoid penalties, fines or other compliance issues. Administer and maintain Workday payroll time and attendance system, ensure data integrity and implement system upgrades and enhancements. Assist in managing the payroll team and facilitate training and development using Workday. Generate payroll-related reports used for budgeting and forecasting purposes and regulatory and tax filing requirements. Collaborate with various departments to seamlessly integrate payroll and employee data and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other deductions. Liaise with external auditors and manage all payroll related audits. Ensure proper documentation and reporting of payroll activities. Establish, monitor and report payroll time and attendance key performance indicators to measure and improve efficiency and accuracy. Ensure the availability and effectiveness of employee self-service portals for viewing paychecks, managing direct deposits, and updating tax forms. Performs ad hoc duties as needed. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field. 15+ years of experience in payroll time and attendance management. 8+ years of management experience. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is highly preferred. In-depth knowledge of payroll labor laws, taxation in a multi-state jurisdiction and statutory compliance. Experience in multi-state payroll management and supporting a remote workforce. The candidate must be a subject matter expert in time and attendance processes. Proficiency in payroll software and systems – experience with Workday is a plus. If no Workday experience, the candidate must have the ability to navigate and learn a new payroll software quickly. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in managing multiple and complex payroll calculation data. The candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities. Proven track record of continuously improving payroll and time and attendance processes. Strong organizational and time management skills to meet strict and short payroll deadlines. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the company. Solid understanding of accounting is needed to be able to reconcile payroll with financial records. High level of confidentiality, integrity and ability to handle sensitive and confidential payroll-related information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Pay Range: $149,882.00 - $224,823.00 Alignment Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alignment Healthcare LLC

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