Job Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing and compliance for a diverse client base, including multi-state payroll, tax filings, and employee lifecycle events (onboarding, terminations, etc.).
- Deliver exceptional client service on time and on budget, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to client executives, regularly communicating on payroll issues, support needs, and project deliverables.
- Maintain accurate records and historical payroll documentation; prepare audit-ready reports and correspondence as needed.
- Support implementation of best practices for payroll operations and identify opportunities for process improvements and innovations.
- Actively contribute to team knowledge, methodology, and performance coaching; may oversee and mentor junior team members.
- Participate in client onboarding, scoping, pricing, and change order support in collaboration with engagement managers.
- Track billable hours (target of 75%) and assist with billing preparation, including out-of-scope service documentation.
- Attend relevant industry/networking events and stay up to date on changes in payroll legislation and trends.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a payroll-related discipline, business, or equivalent experience required.
- Minimum 5 years’ of experience managing all facets of payroll operations.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines effectively.
- Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, Gusto, or similar platforms
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, VLOOKUP, and pivot tables
- Strong attention to detail and ability to perform accurate arithmetic calculations
- Ability to maintain accurate and organized electronic payroll records
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with clients and vendors Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Flexibility to work from home while collaborating in person half the time.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or other relevant certification.
Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location. Eligible employees at certain levels can participate in a discretionary long-term financial incentive plan, subject to plan participation rules.
Armanino has a robust offering of benefits, including:
- Generous PTO plan and paid sick time
- Flexible work arrangements
For positions based in San Francisco, consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.
For Individuals who would be working within the City of Los Angeles, Armanino will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
