Payroll Business Partner I

Fairygodboss; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairygodboss is hiring a Payroll Business Partner I in Tempe, Arizona. This role serves as the primary client liaison for employer-level concerns, providing support primarily over the phone.

The ideal candidate will provide payroll compliance advice and manage client interactions, ensuring compliance with employment laws. A college degree is preferred but not essential. Certifications such as FPC or CPP are beneficial. This position offers an opportunity to grow in a client-facing environment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of client and/or service experience required.
• Ability to work overtime during peak seasons is necessary.
• Relevant experience recognized and valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and accurate advice around payroll compliance.
• Troubleshoot client challenges and develop partnerships.
• Manage client interactions over phone, email, and chat.

Skills

Client service

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

College degree preferred

Job description

Overview

ADP is hiring a Payroll Business Partner I for its Professional Employer Organization (PEO) solution. The role serves as the primary client liaison for employer‑level concerns, providing first‑level support primarily over the phone. This position requires a deep understanding of federal, state, and local employment and tax laws to ensure clients remain compliant.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted payroll advisor and client service professional, providing timely and accurate advice around payroll compliance.
• Troubleshoot client and product challenges, educating clients and developing partnerships with stakeholders.
• Deliver payroll solutions that positively impact client business and create client retention and growth.
• Manage client interactions over the phone, email, and chat, striving to exceed client expectations with clear, professional communication.
• Maintain a metrics‑driven, structured day, organizing yourself to handle a high volume of inbound calls and varying peak workloads.
• Ensure that clients remain compliant with all applicable federal, state, or local employment and tax laws.

Required Qualifications

• 0‑1 year of client and/or service experience.
• Ability to work overtime hours during peak seasons.
• College degree preferred but not required.
• Relevant experience (e.g., military service) recognized and valued.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).

EEO Statement

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of protected characteristics. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, experience, ability, availability and performance.