Senior Payroll Analyst - Lead Payroll & Client Data

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is looking for a Senior Payroll Analyst to oversee payroll processing, data accuracy, and reporting for multiple clients in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong coordination with Payroll Manager and staff to ensure timely, accurate payroll delivery across varied client needs.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in payroll, ADP proficiency, and client management experience. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred, CPA is a plus, with potential for growth and impact

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in payroll processing.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or related field or 6 years’ payroll processing with 2 years supervisory experience.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of ADP Run and ADP Workforce Now (WFN) preferred.
• Project management and client management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Payroll Manager with oversight of payroll processing and supervision of staff.
• Assist with onboarding of new clients and interpretation of client data.
• Input, verify and transmit payroll data, including bonuses and special payrolls.
• Update payroll system for new hires, terminations and salary changes.
• Review quarterly payroll tax reports and prepare journal entries as needed.
• Assist with audits and year-end fringe benefit adjustments and respond to tax notices.

Skills

Payroll processing

Project management

Client management

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field

6 years of payroll experience with HS diploma

Tools

ADP Run

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

CLA is looking for a Senior Payroll Analyst to oversee payroll processing, data accuracy, and reporting for multiple clients in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong coordination with Payroll Manager and staff to ensure timely, accurate payroll delivery across varied client needs.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in payroll, ADP proficiency, and client management experience. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred, CPA is a plus, with potential for growth and impact