Director, Payroll & Tax Implementation (Payroll Tax)

TL;DR

Director, Payroll & Tax Implementation (Payroll Tax): Leading payroll and tax implementation operations for a PEO/ASO platform, with an accent on multi-state compliance, client migrations, and scalable operational governance. Focus on designing control frameworks, managing complex tax and payroll transitions, and building high-performing teams that support commercial growth.

Location: Hybrid role based in the New York City office.

Salary: $166,000–$214,000 per year.

Company

hirify.global provides HR, payroll, and compliance solutions that help businesses manage their operations and grow.

What you will do

• Develop implementation strategies and scalable operating frameworks that support sales, client experience, and time-to-revenue.
• Lead complex client migrations, platform transitions, and payroll data validation activities.
• Establish governance for multi-state payroll tax compliance, quarter- and year-end processing, reconciliations, and tax filings.
• Design control matrices, audit procedures, reconciliation processes, and documentation for TPA integrations and third-party risk management.
• Partner with Product, Sales, Compliance, Legal, Tax, Risk, auditors, and tax authorities on escalations, audits, notices, and remediation.
• Lead, mentor, and scale a payroll and compliance organization while driving automation and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• 10+ years of payroll tax operations experience in PEO, ASO, or HR outsourcing environments.
• Expertise in multi-state tax compliance, client implementation models, TPA environments, vendor management, and compliance governance.
• 7+ years of management experience, including 4+ years leading managers and teams of five or more.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with electronic tax filing, payroll reconciliations, and audit-ready documentation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, HR, Business, or equivalent experience.
• Strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to explain complex regulatory matters clearly.

Nice to have

• CPP, CPA, or another relevant payroll or tax certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Welcoming, casual, and supportive work environment.
• Benefits and wellness program offerings.
• Company retreats and opportunities to learn from leaders in the startup community.
• Inclusive culture focused on diversity, collaboration, innovation, and professional development.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.