Payroll Director | Lead Payroll Strategy & Client Success

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) is seeking a Payroll Director to lead the Outsourcing payroll team. You will oversee payroll processing, ensure accurate tax handling, and drive efficient processes while maintaining strong client relationships.

This role requires deep expertise in payroll systems and a proven track record in team leadership. The Payroll Director will guide policy development, manage client engagements, and coordinate with finance and HR to deliver high-quality service.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant payroll experience required.
• Leadership experience preferred (2+ years).
• Bachelor's degree required; related fields accepted.
• PHR/SPHR/CPP preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and payroll software required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing and supervise Payroll Analyst I & II.
• Manage payroll tax registrations and quarterly filings for the department.
• Develop and implement processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency; contribute to proposals and fee quotes.
• Manage client relationships, serve as escalation point, and lead client setup and conversions.

Skills

Payroll processing

Leadership

Client relations

Training & coaching

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting/HR

PHR/SPHR/CPP certification

Tools

MS Office

Payroll software

MS Excel

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) is seeking a Payroll Director to lead the Outsourcing payroll team. You will oversee payroll processing, ensure accurate tax handling, and drive efficient processes while maintaining strong client relationships.

This role requires deep expertise in payroll systems and a proven track record in team leadership. The Payroll Director will guide policy development, manage client engagements, and coordinate with finance and HR to deliver high-quality service.