Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Summary:
A member of Vail Finance organization, the Shared Services Team is committed to transactional excellence. The Senior Manager Payroll is a crucial resource providing leadership support for all aspects of payroll processing for Vail Resorts employees and outsourced teammates. This leadership role partners with HR, IT, field operations, Finance, and 3rd party vendors to continually elevate the Employee Experience and set the stage for global expansion of the Payroll function.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $107,222.17 - $145,023.62 + annual bonus
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
- Housing Availability: No
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide subject matter expert guidance for integration of mergers and acquisitions, implementation of new systems (Workday), building a Global Payroll operating model, and ad-hoc projects.
- Build and execute strategy for Payroll Services that positively impact the moments that matter through an employee’s life cycle
- Accountable for payroll processes and procedures for routine process, tax reporting and internal financial requirements for approximately 50,000 employees (at season height)
- Foster a client-focused environment and mindset to ensure delivery of an exceptional employee experience
- Develops and implements the processes necessary to ensure appropriate standards are in place to evaluate and optimize payroll processing and tax service quality; including monitoring and management of performance metrics and KPIs
- Consults, advises and collaborates with HR, Finance, and business leadership to identify operational improvements
- Identifies service trends and performs root cause analysis, identifies opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance processes, increase quality and reduce operating expenses
- Champion the department’s process improvement efforts to drive efficiency and accuracy with a focus on ensuring strong controls are in place
- Have knowledge and insight into laws and regulations impacting the payroll function to ensure compliance with the operation.
- Summarize impact, develop recommendations and review impacts with key internal stakeholders
- Coordinate and oversee audit activities, including SOX compliance, with the internal and external audit teams
Job Requirements:
- 8+ years of experience in Payroll, Payroll Accounting, Human Resources or translatable work experience
- Proven experience leading global payroll across both in‑house and outsourced delivery models, including coordination across regions, time zones, and regulatory environments.
- 3+ years leadership experience managing high performing teams
- Experience leading both insourced (in‑house) and outsourced (BPO/vendor‑managed) teams in a shared services or operational environment.
- Experience with Workday, Experian, Equifax, Dayforce, PeopleSoft and other common Payroll software strongly preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; intermediate to advanced excel skills
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a team with a focus on team engagement and development
- Ability to prioritize tasks, adapt quickly to changing business needs
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of business stakeholders
Additionally the ideal candidate should be / have:
- Brave, Ambitious and Passionate with an Out-Front mindset with respect to financial data, processes and reporting needs
- Strong organization, and project management skills; ability to juggle multiple concurrent high-priority projects while meeting deadlines, being a team player, and seeking continuous improvement
- Highly collaborative team approach to work with a proactive orientation towards gathering voice-of-the-customer to design and deliver impactful solutions
- Demonstrates a natural curiosity around business results and insights while consistently identifying ways to improve data management governance and processes, reporting capabilities, and stakeholder communication
- Excellent individual initiative and objective-oriented drive with strong propensity for attention to detail
- Ability to adapt and excel in a fast-paced environment with high energy and positive mindset
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $107,222.17 - $145,023.62 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Job Benefits
- Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
- MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
- Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Critical Illness and Accident plans
Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.
Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.
In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.
Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID 513352
Reference Date: 01/31/2026
Job Code Function: HR Services
