Job Overview
At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing and compliance for a diverse client base, including multi-state payroll, tax filings, and employee lifecycle events (onboarding, terminations, etc.).
- Deliver exceptional client service on time and on budget, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to client executives, regularly communicating on payroll issues, support needs, and project deliverables.
- Maintain accurate records and historical payroll documentation; prepare audit-ready reports and correspondence as needed.
- Support implementation of best practices for payroll operations and identify opportunities for process improvements and innovations.
- Actively contribute to team knowledge, methodology, and performance coaching; may oversee and mentor junior team members.
- Participate in client onboarding, scoping, pricing, and change order support in collaboration with engagement managers.
- Track billable hours (target of 75%) and assist with billing preparation, including out-of-scope service documentation.
- Attend relevant industry / networking events and stay up to date on changes in payroll legislation and trends.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a payroll-related discipline, business, or equivalent experience required.
- Minimum 4 years' of experience managing all facets of payroll operations.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines effectively.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience with payroll processing software, benefits platforms, and reporting tools.
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Preferred Qualifications
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or other relevant certification.
- Experience in Family Office payroll a plus.
Compensation
For Colorado residents, the compensation range for this position: $71,100 - $102,500.
For Southern California residents, the compensation range for this position: $77,200 - $112,800.
For Northern California residents, the compensation range for this position: $79,700 - $117,900.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision
- Generous PTO plan and paid sick time
- Flexible work arrangements
- 401K with Profit Sharing
- Wellness program
- Generous parental leave
11 paid holidays
Equal Employment Opportunity
Armanino provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Armanino complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Armanino expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Armanino employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.