Director of Payroll | Palisociety

DIRECTOR OF PAYROLLPOSITION PROFILEThe Director of Payroll will be responsible for the management of the payroll team as well as being a resource for the Operations and Human Resources teams regarding any payroll processes and payroll training. They will also be the point of contact for ADP implementation projects, legal audits, and compliance management for all property locations across platform. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Finance.ABOUT PALIGORUP MANAGEMENTPalisociety is looking for a Director of Payroll to join our accounting team.Palisociety is a collection of unique hotels and residences that aim to enhance the lives of our guests and our communities by creating one-of-a-kind, neighborhood-centric places filled with interesting people and friendly staff providing trusty service. We take to heart that few things in life are as transformative as the people and places you encounter when traveling - and seek to bring that inspiration into everything we do...Palisociety is a fully integrated hospitality company that acquires, designs, develops, owns, and operates unique hotels and residences across the country under four distinct monikers: Palihouse, Palihotel, Le Petit Pali, ARRIVE by Palisociety and a collection of independently branded properties. The company's proprietary brands, development and operational expertise also includes specialized retail spaces, highly curated restaurants, bars and event venues. Palisociety properties have been featured on Condé Nast Traveler' Hot List, Travel + Leisure IT List, and more, with accolades from the New York Times, Architectural Digest, Wallpaper* and countless others. Avi Brosh founded Palisociety in 1998 in Los Angeles. For more information, visit or follow.THE TASK AT HAND:Directs all aspects of payroll processing for company employees who are located at various locations.Designs short and long-term strategies for continuous improvements in the Company's payroll operations.Leads the payroll team with an emphasis on developing team members, establishing objectives and overseeing work efforts to accomplish identified business goals/objectives and to support the employees' career success/development.Work with third party legal advisors to ensure the company is staying abreast of regulatory and compliance payroll changes.Work and liaise with Human Resources to continuously ensure compliance with payroll processing.Perform regular payroll audits and develop strategies to mitigate any payroll risk.Manages relationships with both internal and external customers, including but not limited to, Field General Managers, Vice Presidents of Operations, Finance, external auditors, and state and federal agencies.Establishes and maintains department goals through the creation and monitoring of reports and key performance indicators.Job Knowledge, Skill, And Ability PreferencesThorough understanding of all aspects of payroll processing and experience with ADP Workforce NowIn-depth knowledge of all California and other state and federal regulationsPrior payroll data analysis and reporting experience. Analysis and deductive reasoning skillsKnowledge of accounting & financial payroll terms and analysisStrong interpersonal, communication and presentation skillsStrong analytical/problem solving and process management skills.WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Education/ExperienceBachelor's degree and 10+ years related HR/payroll experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceFour to six years prior supervisory experienceMust have hotel or restaurant multiunit payroll experience.Must have experience with tips, gratuities and tip pooling in regards to APD set up and state/states compliance.Certificates/LicensesCertified Payroll Professional (CPP) or ADP Certified Product Specialist preferred.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:A competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.401(k) retirement plan (future you will love this one!)Paid time off, holiday pay, and sick pay when you're under the weather.Career advancement in an organization committed to helping star employees thrive.There's also an opportunity to expand your career trajectory as we are a fast-growing company with hotels and restaurants in multiple cities.Professional development that sets you up for success across multiple hospitality career paths.A collaborative work environment where your creative ideas can come to fruition.Amazing employee discounts on hotels and dining across our entire portfolio (18 hotels and more to come!)Hands-on training with a nimble team.Palisociety is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Palisociety does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.Privacy Notice:For information on the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 ("CCPA"), California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 ("CPRA"), and other California privacy laws, please go to the Palisociety Careers page at and to view the notice.For more information, visit or follow @palisocietyFor more information, visit lepetitpali.com or follow @lepetitpaliFor more information, visit or follow @arrivehotelsWe are an E-Verify Employer/Somos un empleador de E-Verify.REQUIREMENTSMORE ABOUT US:Palisociety is a fully integrated hospitality company that develops and operates unique hotels and residences across the country. In addition to our independent collection of hotels, we also operate Palihouses, Palihotels, and ARRIVE by Palisociety. We strive to delight and inspire our guests and local community by creating one-of-a-kind neighborhood-centric places filled with interesting people, friendly staff, and trusty service.We're a family business founded in Los Angeles by CEO Avi Brosh in 1998. As we continue to grow and develop new hotels and restaurants, we're always looking for spirited, hardworking, passionate people that can join our team and grow with us!

Created: 2025-02-23