Senior Payroll Specialist — ADP WFN & Client Enablement

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage client payrolls, ensure accuracy across systems, and support implementations. You will work with ADP RUN, process payrolls in a timely manner, and prepare employee earnings and tax reports.

The role emphasizes client service, confidentiality, and collaboration with the implementation team, with opportunities to deepen knowledge of payroll regulations and reporting.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant payroll experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; experience can substitute.
• CPP preferred.
• Experience with ADP RUN software and implementation experience.
• Working knowledge of Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly detail oriented and focused on accuracy.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Strong adaptability and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to effectively work in a deadline driven environment serving multiple clients.
• Ability to provide exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client payroll information is accurate within their specific payroll system and resolve any discrepancies.
• Review and/or process payrolls in a timely manner to meet client deadlines to include updating employee records, calculating/paying bonuses or severance, reviewing accuracy of federal and state income related tax calculations, and reconciling payroll deposits, tax withholdings, wage garnishments, etc.
• Prepare reports of employee earnings, taxes, deductions, and employer's contribution for social security and unemployment.
• Establish strong and trusted client relationships by effectively consulting with clients on all payroll related matters.
• Maintain confidence of employee data by keeping all information confidential.
• Accurately convey detailed information in both written and verbal format.
• Be an additional resource to the implementation team when needed.
• Interview clients to gain understanding of payroll needs.
• Manage new client implementation projects, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction.
• Train clients on payroll processes as necessary.
• Be a resource to new hires and/or less experienced staff as it relates to clients, software, payroll, and/or processes.
• Provide honest feedback to new hires/less experienced staff in a timely manner.
• Help build team capabilities and knowledge by sharing insights and lessons learned.
• Research and maintain product knowledge on ADP software platforms.
• Maintain current knowledge of local, state, and federal practices and laws.

Skills

Payroll processing

Client relations

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

CPP preferred

Tools

ADP RUN

Outlook

MS Office

Job description

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage client payrolls, ensure accuracy across systems, and support implementations. You will work with ADP RUN, process payrolls in a timely manner, and prepare employee earnings and tax reports.

The role emphasizes client service, confidentiality, and collaboration with the implementation team, with opportunities to deepen knowledge of payroll regulations and reporting.