Payroll Director: Lead Payroll Ops & Client Success

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Payroll Director to lead the Outsourcing payroll team, providing expertise to internal staff and clients. The role focuses on managing payroll processing, tax registrations, and process improvements to ensure high-quality client service.

Candidates should have 5+ years in payroll with some leadership experience; a Bachelor's degree is required, and professional certifications are preferred. CLA offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant payroll experience required.
• Bachelor's degree required; related field preferred.
• PHR, SPHR or CPP certifications preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing and supervise Payroll Analysts.
• Manage state payroll tax registrations and quarterly filings.
• Develop policies to ensure accurate and efficient client experiences.
• Serve as the escalation point for client relationships and invoicing.

Skills

Payroll processing

Leadership

Client relations

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Degree in Business/Accounting/HR or related field preferred

Tools

MS Excel

Payroll software

Job description

CLA is seeking a Payroll Director to lead the Outsourcing payroll team, providing expertise to internal staff and clients. The role focuses on managing payroll processing, tax registrations, and process improvements to ensure high-quality client service.

Candidates should have 5+ years in payroll with some leadership experience; a Bachelor's degree is required, and professional certifications are preferred. CLA offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative culture.