HHM is looking for a Payroll Director who will be responsible for leading and developing the payroll function. The role requires the individual to ensure the prompt and precise execution of payroll and its related functions.

• Manage payroll staff and assist as needed with the processing of centralized payroll through UKG for employing several thousand associates across nearly all fifty states.
• Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with an established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values. 
• Perform payroll tax activities, including compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and filing local, state, and federal payroll tax returns.
• Partner closely with members of the Finance team on labor and benefits costs, as well as members of People Support (HR) on compensation and employment matters.
• Make recommendations for system enhancement/changes to increase payroll processing efficiency.
• Act as liaison with third-party payroll and timekeeping vendors to ensure services and products meet standards for accurate and efficient production of payroll.
• Assist with data feeds required for the payroll system (new hires, etc.) and input employee maintenance information.
• Maintain payroll-related records and filed tax reports.
• Ensure correspondence from internal and external customers is addressed timely and accurately including, but not limited to new state tax set-ups, state unemployment insurance, and garnishment orders.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.
• Handle confidential information appropriately.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.
• 7+ years of centralized payroll processing experience required.
• Multi-state payroll experience required; international preferred. 
• Preferred experience in the hospitality/restaurant industry.

HHM is an award-winning hotel management and investment company that operates over 200 full-service and select-service hotels with 10,000 associates in markets across the country. HHM is a leading manager of different brands, and also operates over 30 independent luxury and lifestyle hotels. The highly experienced and stable operating team is known for being nimble, accountable, and passionate in how they drive market-leading results for owners and best-in-class experiences for associates and guests.