Senior Payroll Analyst

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

. Assist Payroll Manager with oversight of payroll processing and work of Payroll Analyst I and Payroll Analyst II .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including data input, verification, and compliance with tax regulations. Proficient in managing payroll systems and client onboarding while ensuring accuracy in payroll reporting and audits.

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Payroll ProcessingADP RunADP Workforce NowClient ManagementProject Management

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Hard Skills

Payroll Data InputPayroll Tax ReportingEmployee Census PreparationFringe Benefit ProcessingWorkers' Compensation Audits

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Payroll SystemsTPA Uploads

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Certification

Industry Keywords

Payroll Processing ExperienceHigh-Volume EnvironmentClient OnboardingFee Quotes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist Payroll Manager with oversight of payroll processing and work of Payroll Analyst I and Payroll Analyst II
Contribute to proposals and establish fee quotes
Assist with onboarding new clients and businesses, including interpretation of client data
Input, verify, and transmit payroll data for firm clients, including bonus payments and special payrolls
Update payroll systems for new hires, terminations, salary changes, department changes, and other client payroll information
Review quarterly payroll tax reports and prepare payroll journal entry reports as needed
Assist with workers’ compensation audits
Prepare employee census data
Upload retirement plan contribution data to TPA or custodian
Process year-end fringe benefit additions
Respond to tax notices as necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need

Five years’ experience in payroll processing
Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, human resources or related field required, or high school diploma/equivalent and 6 years’ experience in payroll processing with 2 years supervisory experience working with complex payrolls, implementations and other advanced payroll issues
CPA certification preferred but not required
Knowledge of ADP Run and ADP Workforce Now (WFN) preferred
Prior project management and client management experience preferred but not required
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Comprehensive benefit options supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being