Director of Payroll - Corporate Office - Liberty Military Housing

Liberty Military Housing – Own your passion for service!

At Liberty Military Housing we’re here to serve those who serve our country by providing military families with comfortable, well-maintained homes in inviting communities across the United States. We take great pride in our highly trained team of professionals. With a blend of property management and military backgrounds, our employee-owners bring a proactive, solution-oriented mindset, along with unparalleled levels of empathy and understanding for our residents and one another. 

Liberty Military Housing is dedicated to helping our employees develop personally and professionally and provides an unprecedented 150+ hours of professional development annually to each employee-owner. Camaraderie and collaboration form the foundation of our culture. We put people first, honoring one another’s diverse experiences, ideas, and contributions to our shared success. We strive to bring out the best in each other so we can do outstanding work and positively impact the lives of military families.

We’re always looking for dedicated team members in a variety of roles to help create meaningful results that help us meet our company goals. We offer an excellent benefits package, training, development, and opportunities for advancement, so if you’re ready to grow your career, take a look at our current job openings and become an employee-owner at Liberty Military Housing.

Liberty Military Housing is currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Director of Payroll to oversee the preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll for over 1,500 employees across multiple states. This role will leverage Workday HCM/Payroll and ADP SmartCompliance to ensure accurate and timely payroll administration. The Director of Payroll will also be responsible for annual ESOP auditing, managing the payroll team.

Location Requirement: This role is not remote and will require the team member work from an office located in Huntington Beach, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing:

• Manage the preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll for 1,500+ employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations across 11 states.
• Perform audits and reconciliations to ensure accuracy in payroll calculations.

Team Management:

• Lead and develop a high-performing payroll team, providing guidance and support.
• Foster a collaborative and efficient team environment focused on achieving payroll accuracy and deadlines.

ESOP Administration:

• Oversee the annual administration and auditing of the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Collaborate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Bonus Programs & Total Compensation:

• Manage and administer various bonus programs, ensuring accurate calculations and timely disbursement.

Systems Management:

• Utilize Workday HCM and ADP Compliance and ADP Wisely to streamline processes and enhance payroll functionality.
• Stay updated on system enhancements and payroll best practices to continually improve payroll operations.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Generate payroll-related reports for management and stakeholders, providing insights into payroll expenses and trends.
• Analyze payroll data to identify areas for improvement and propose solutions.
• Annual US Census data filing, Quarterly Washington L&I filing
• Annual W/C Audit

What You Need for Success:

• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance issues.
• Experience with Workday HCM/Payroll and ADP Smart Compliance is highly preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of payroll management experience, preferably in a multi-state environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

What We Provide You:

Liberty Military Housing takes into consideration everything from career development to family matters, and health & wellness. We are committed to offering our team members a wide range of benefits, including the following:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance*
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan w/company match
• Employee Stock Ownership plan
• Incentive Bonus Program
• 10 Paid holidays per year
• 40 hours Paid Sick Leave per year**
• 80 hours Paid Vacation per year**

* Medical/Dental/Vision insurance eligible after 30 days of full-time employment.

**Vacation and sick time are based on the employee's hire date.

Pay Range $125,000 - $149,000 annually plus bonus