Job Details

Title: Director of Payroll & HRIS

Location: Dallas, TX

Relocation: Yes

Reports to: AVP, HR Services

Korn Ferry has partnered with a repeat trusted client on their search for a Director of Payroll & HRIS. This is a pivotal leadership role during an exciting period of HR transformation. This executive-level role oversees payroll and HRIS for 27,000+ employees across multiple states, driving compliance, operational excellence, and actionable analytics. The Director Payroll & HRIS will partner with HR, Finance, and IT to optimize systems, enhance processes, and elevate the overall employee experience.

Role Overview

• Lead end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and multi-state tax filings.
• Manage and develop a high-performing payroll and HRIS team supporting 27,000+ employees.
• Shape strategy and optimize payroll/HR technology systems (PeopleSoft, Kronos, HRIS).
• Build scalable processes and SOPs, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Partner closely with HR, Finance, and IT to drive integration and innovation.
• Develop dashboards, analytics, and reports to inform strategic decision-making.
• Lead any future systems integrations and upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• 10+ years of progressive payroll experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing large-scale systems
• 5+ years directly managing a team of payroll and/or HRIS professionals.
• Experience supporting payroll for 10,000+ employees.
• Must be willing to work on-site from the Dallas, TX office location two or more days every week.

SE: 510732009