Payroll Operations Review Consultant

AlphaHire

. Map end-to-end payroll processes, from time entry and approvals to pay runs, deductions, and reporting .

Posted 11/9/2026contractRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in public-sector payroll management, including compliance with FLSA and payroll tax regulations, while effectively assessing and improving payroll processes. Proficient in utilizing ERP payroll modules and contributing to proposals with strong analytical and communication skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Public-Sector Payroll ManagementFLSA CompliancePayroll Audit ExperienceCPP or FPC CertificationERP Payroll Modules Experience

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Hard Skills

Payroll Process MappingInternal Controls AssessmentCompliance TestingAssessment Findings WritingPayroll Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsConsulting Skills

Tools & Technologies

HRISERPTimekeeping SystemsMunisPeopleSoftWorkdayOracle

Certifications & Qualifications

CPPFPCCPACIA

Industry Keywords

Public Retirement SystemK-12 School District PayrollPayroll TaxCross-TrainingBenchmarking Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Map end-to-end payroll processes, from time entry and approvals to pay runs, deductions, and reporting
Assess internal controls, segregation of duties, and prior audit findings
Test compliance with FLSA, payroll tax, retirement system, and leave rules
Review payroll staffing, workload, roles, and cross-training
Evaluate how well HRIS, ERP, and timekeeping systems support payroll and identify configuration gaps
Benchmark practices against peer public employers and recommend a prioritized improvement plan
Contribute qualifications and past-performance narrative to AlphaGov proposals when authorized
Confirm scope, schedule, and fee before each engagement begins

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years in public-sector payroll management, payroll audit, or payroll process consulting
Hands-on knowledge of FLSA, payroll tax, and public retirement system reporting
Experience writing assessment findings and recommendations for leadership
Comfortable as a 1099 project-based consultant
K-12 school district payroll experience, including certificated, classified, and contract pay
CPP or FPC certification, or a CPA or CIA with payroll audit work
Experience with public-sector ERP payroll modules, for example Munis, PeopleSoft, Workday, or Oracle