Director of Payroll

About Us

Welcome to Journey, where the community is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that true success starts with strong local leadership, supported by a dedicated home office team. Our journey began with a vision to create opportunities that empower individuals to make a positive impact right in their own backyard.

Our Vision

Change the world, one heart at a time.

Our Mission

Our Mission is to consistently achieve exceptional quality outcomes by leading a world-class Care Team. Our empowered and dedicated Care Team strives to exceed the expectations of our residents in every interaction. Being a part of your journey is our privilege.

The Heartbeat of Journey

Our local leaders are the driving force behind our success. They’re not just managers; they’re passionate advocates for their communities. They understand the needs and goals of the residents and families they serve. They’re your neighbors, your friends, and your partners in progress. Together, we work tirelessly to create meaningful change and lasting legacies.

Journey is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Payroll to lead and oversee all payroll operations across our organization. This role will be based in our Noblesville, Indiana home office and will be responsible for managing the payroll team while ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing for corporate and facility-based employees.

The Director of Payroll will serve as a key partner to Finance, HR, and Operations, providing leadership, process improvements, and expertise to support Journey’s growing workforce and multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and develop the payroll team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for salaried and hourly employees across multiple facilities and states
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
• Partner closely with HR and Finance to align payroll practices with company policies and financial controls
• Manage payroll systems, vendors, and integrations, ensuring system efficiency and data integrity
• Oversee payroll audits, reconciliations, tax filings, and year-end reporting (W-2s, etc.)
• Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Serve as a subject matter expert for payroll-related inquiries from leadership and facilities
• Support growth initiatives, acquisitions, or system transitions as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field (preferred)
• 8+ years of progressive payroll experience, including leadership or management responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll compliance and labor laws
• Experience supporting payroll operations across multiple locations or facilities
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex payroll environments
• Proficiency with payroll systems and strong Excel skills
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills

What We Offer

• Quarterly raises
• 401(k) with Voya Financial
• United Healthcare Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• Company-provided smartphones for full-time care team members
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive, team-oriented environment

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career that truly makes a difference, we invite you to apply for the position at Journey Healthcare.

Together, let’s change lives one heart at a time.

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