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Accounting and Finance Consulting - Sr. Associate Payroll Specialist

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We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

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.
 

Responsibilities:

  • Processing weekly and biweekly full cycle, multi-state payroll for RSM’s clients. Expected to have deep understanding of payroll compliance and payroll tax laws

  • Will 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

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of full cycle payroll processing experience in a multi-state or international environment

  • Experience with one or more of these systems: UKG, ADP Workforce Now, Celergo

  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • 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

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $62,800 - $103,400

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

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