• Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing administration of Compass’s internal payroll function, including HRIS payroll configuration and general ledger integration • Configure and manage multi-state payroll operations, including tax registrations, filings, deductions, PTO accruals, and holiday administration • Establish strong payroll controls, approval workflows, audit processes, and standard operating procedures • Execute parallel payroll testing and lead the transition from PEO/EOR to in-house payroll by January 2027 • Ensure accurate, timely bi-weekly payroll processing with zero missed deadlines • Manage payroll-related compliance, audits, and responses to regulatory inquiries • Partner cross-functionally with Finance, HR, IT, and Legal to support payroll operations and acquisition integrations • Lead payroll onboarding for newly acquired centers, including data migration and system setup • Own year-end processing, including W-2s, 1095-Cs, and reporting requirements • Develop scalable playbooks, documentation, and training to support growth