Accounting and Finance Consulting - Senior Payroll Specialist

RSM • Los Angeles, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

RSM’s Payroll Services practice is looking for a dynamic Senior Payroll Specialist with a team-oriented mindset and a love for collaborating and helping clients solve problems. You will be an expert resource, with senior level knowledge in payroll processing, client support, payroll workflows and platforms.

Requirements

• 5+ years of full cycle payroll processing experience in a multi-state or international environment.
• Experience with one or more of these systems: ADP.
• Microsoft Office 365, Excel (including basic formulas and VLOOKUPs).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent critical thinking skills with an emphasis on problem-solving.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Prior experience working in an outsource PEO environment or professional services is preferred.
• CPP or FCP certification is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Canadian payroll.
• Experience in Global payroll.

Responsibilities

• Processing weekly and biweekly full cycle, multi-state payroll for RSM’s clients.
• Reconcile and work on tax balancing against per pay cycle, as well as per quarterly and per annual tax filings.
• Year-end processing.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to clients and internal leaders.
• Maintain strong relationships both internally and externally with key stakeholders in client organizations.
• Proactively identify problems, unexpected data trends and determine root cause to offer our clients a solution.
• Continuously learn and stay informed about changes in payroll regulations to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws.
• Maintain advanced knowledge of multiple payroll software products.
• Always maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Operate seamlessly with multiple levels of client organizations.
• Comfort in executive presentations, project forecasting, and the consulting operating rhythm.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation package.
• Flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior