Payroll Specialist (Client Accounting and Advisory Services)
About The Position
The CAAS Payroll Specialist manages and advises on payroll operations for multiple clients, providing specialized consulting and compliance support. The role requires advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, deep payroll tax knowledge, and the ability to handle diverse client engagements in a fast-paced, advisory-focused environment. The ideal candidate is a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or has extensive hands-on experience with multi-state payroll, construction prevailing wage compliance, and payroll-related due diligence for private equity or M&A transactions. HR experience, particularly in benefits administration and compliance, is preferred.
Requirements
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation or a minimum of 5 years of experience managing complex payrolls.
- Extensive experience in multi-state payroll tax compliance and reporting.
- Deep understanding of construction payroll, prevailing wage, and certified payroll reporting.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience managing multiple clients simultaneously in a consulting, accounting, or professional services environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with leading payroll systems such as ADP, Paylocity, Gusto, or QuickBooks Payroll.
Nice To Haves
- HR experience with benefits administration, compliance, or employee relations.
- Prior experience with payroll due diligence in M&A or private equity transactions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or a related field.
- Familiarity with ERP systems or accounting software integrations.
Responsibilities
- Manage and process accurate, timely payrolls for multiple clients across various states and industries.
- Serve as a payroll consultant and advisor, assisting clients with technical payroll and compliance matters.
- Respond to and resolve IRS or state payroll tax notices, including direct correspondence with taxing authorities.
- Handle multi-state payroll tax compliance, including withholding and unemployment taxes, particularly for construction clients or remote workforces crossing state lines.
- Provide guidance on prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting for construction clients.
- Advise clients on specialized payroll and tax issues, including GSA per diem rules for construction and field employees, Nonqualified Deferred Compensation (NQDC) taxation and reporting, and taxable fringe benefits under Circular 15-B.
- Support payroll-related due diligence for private equity and M&A engagements, including analysis of wage/hour compliance, employee classification, and benefit structures.
- Collaborate with CAAS, tax, and advisory staff to provide integrated, client-focused service.
- Conduct payroll reconciliations, manage year-end filings (W-2, 1099), and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication, confidentiality, and responsiveness.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- HSA and FSA
- Voluntary long-term disability
- Company-paid short-term disability
- Paid parenting leave
- 401(k) plan with company match after 6 months of service
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
