Payroll Analyst: Multi-Client Payroll Specialist

IRIS; Indiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IRIS is seeking a Payroll Analyst to support CAVU HCM by IRIS, handling payroll for a portfolio of 90+ clients. You will ensure accurate, on-time payroll processing, validate data, and maintain regulatory compliance while serving as the main client contact and collaborating with internal teams.

You will contribute to improving processes, delivering reliable payroll services, and supporting quarterly and year-end activities, including reporting and tax forms.

Qualifications

• Significant payroll experience, ideally in a multi-client environment.
• Experience managing a high-volume client base (90+ payrolls).
• Strong knowledge of payroll practices, tax laws and compliance.
• Experience with major payroll platforms (Paylocity, ADP, UKG, Paycom).
• Advanced Excel and data-reconciliation skills.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on time for 90+ clients.
• Verify employee data, deductions, benefits and tax information; audit payroll data.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state and local payroll regulations.
• Act as primary client contact, communicating timelines and data requirements.
• Troubleshoot payroll and data-integration issues with internal teams.
• Prepare payroll reports and support year-end activities (W-2s, 1099s).
• Suggest improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Payroll experience

Multi-client handling

Excel & data reconciliation

Client communication

Problem solving

Education

FPC/CPP certification (a plus)

Tools

Paylocity

ADP

UKG

Paycom

Job description

IRIS is seeking a Payroll Analyst to support CAVU HCM by IRIS, handling payroll for a portfolio of 90+ clients. You will ensure accurate, on-time payroll processing, validate data, and maintain regulatory compliance while serving as the main client contact and collaborating with internal teams.

You will contribute to improving processes, delivering reliable payroll services, and supporting quarterly and year-end activities, including reporting and tax forms.