Director of Payroll
Redwire • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Jul 15, 2026
- Maintain payroll compliance, safeguarding sensitive information, and supporting Redwire’s mission through reliable and efficient payroll administration.
- Develop and implement payroll strategies that align with company goals and support organizational growth.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing payroll team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and exceptional service.
- Maintain strong internal controls to ensure payroll accuracy, prevent errors, and safeguard company assets.
- Manage relationships with external payroll providers, tax authorities, and other relevant vendors.
- Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all US employees across multiple states, ensuring compliance with varying state laws regarding wages, deductions, and reporting.
- Manage all payroll tax filings, including federal, state, local income taxes, FICA, FUTA, SUTA and other mandated withholdings and contributions.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of all payroll deductions, including benefits premiums, 401(k) contributions, garnishments, and other pre/post-tax deductions.
- Oversee year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and reconciliation.
- Manage and resolve complex payroll issues, discrepancies, and employee inquiries efficiently and effectively.
- Stay current with all federal, state, local payroll tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements (e.g., FLSA, IRS, Department of Labor).
- Proactively identify and mitigate payroll-related risks.
- Coordinate and facilitate internal and external payroll audits.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive payroll policies and procedures.
- Ensure all payroll processes are SOX compliant.
- Define and implement payroll strategy, team structure, and efficient, compliant processes
- Analyze department budget needs and contribute to budget development, including identifying cost‑savings opportunities.
- Travel occasionally to other Redwire business units to attend meetings or support payroll operations.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in payroll management, with at least 5 years in a leadership/director-level, operating in multiple states.
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, and state specific wage and hour laws.
- Experience with major payroll/HRIS systems is essential.
- Expert knowledge of GAAP.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person as defined by ITAR regulations.
- Experience processing payroll using Paycor is highly desired.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
- Experience with Deltek CostPoint ERP strongly preferred.
- Exceptional leadership and team managements kills with the ability to inspire and motivate.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Prior experience in government contracting, aerospace, or defense environments.
- Customer service-oriented approach to supporting employees and internal stakeholders.
- Proactive, takes initiative and demonstrates excellent judgement in a dynamic, changing environment.
- High levels of drive, work ethic, and personal accountability with the ability to work under pressure while maintaining sound judgement and a rigorous focus on the details.