Payroll & Finance Director (Multi-State Operations)
Job Title : Payroll & Finance Director (Multi-State Operations)
Location : In-Person
Schedule : Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Compensation : $70,000 – $120,000 (based on leadership capacity and experience)
Overview:
As America’s Most Trusted Source for ABA Services , we are seeking a highly capable and driven Payroll & Finance Director to take ownership of our multi-state payroll and financial operations.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can execute at a high level today while building the systems, structure, and team needed for continued growth. You will play a critical role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and scalability across all payroll and related financial functions.
Core Responsibilities
Payroll & Compliance:
Own and oversee end-to-end payroll across multiple states and entities
Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Manage payroll schedules, submissions, and approvals with zero tolerance for errors
Proactively handle audits, discrepancies, and compliance-related issues
Financial Oversight
Track payroll expenses across departments, locations, and service lines
Partner with leadership on budgeting and financial planning
Develop clear, accurate, and actionable financial reports
Systems & Scaling:
Design and implement scalable payroll workflows and approval structures
Integrate payroll with time tracking, HR, and billing systems
Identify inefficiencies and lead automation and process improvements
Leadership & Team Oversight:
Hire, train, and manage payroll and finance team members
Build a structured, accountable department with clear roles and expectations
Create and enforce SOPs, workflows, and quality control systems
Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll and compliance matters
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, operations, and executive leadership
Ensure strict adherence to deadlines, policies, and compliance standards
Develop team members through ongoing training, mentorship, and feedback
Foster a high-performance culture centered on accuracy, ownership, and accountability
Requirements:
5+ years of multi-state payroll experience ( required )
Proven experience building or leading a team
Strong knowledge of payroll compliance, taxes, and labor laws across multiple states
Experience with payroll systems such as Viventium, ADP, Paychex, or similar
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Excellent communication and cross-department coordination skills
High level of organization, ownership, and attention to detail
What Sets This Role Apart?
Opportunity to build and shape systems, not just maintain them
Full ownership over people, processes, and performance
Clear path for growth into senior leadership within finance and operations
Apply today!
To apply, please send your resume to:
resumes@lbaps.com