Financial Consulting Senior Associate - Payroll Services (Dayforce)

Overview RSM’s Payroll Services practice is looking for a dynamic Senior Payroll Specialist with a team‑oriented mindset and a love for collaborating and helping clients solve problems. You will be an expert resource with senior level knowledge in payroll processing, client support, payroll workflows, and platforms. Responsibilities Process weekly and biweekly full‑cycle, multi‑state payroll for RSM’s clients. Reconcile and work on tax balancing against per pay cycle, as well as per quarterly and per annual tax filings. Year‑end processing. Prepare and distribute payroll reports to clients and internal leaders. Maintain strong relationships internally and externally with key stakeholders in client organizations. Proactively identify problems, unexpected data trends and determine root cause to offer solutions to clients. Continuously learn and stay informed about changes in payroll regulations to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Maintain advanced knowledge of multiple payroll software products. Always maintain confidentiality of client information. Operate seamlessly with multiple levels of client organizations. Comfortable in executive presentations, project forecasting, and the consulting operating rhythm. Qualifications 5+ years of full‑cycle payroll processing experience in a multi‑state or international environment. Experience with Dayforce. Microsoft Office 365, Excel (including basic formulas and VLOOKUPs). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent critical thinking skills with an emphasis on problem‑solving. Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines. Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance or related field. Prior experience working in an outsource PEO environment or professional services is preferred. CPP or FCP certification is strongly preferred. Experience with Canadian payroll. Experience in Global payroll. Compensation Compensation Range: $62,800 - $103,400. Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance. Candidate Eligibility RSM does not intend to hire entry‑level candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future (i.e., F‑1 visa holders). Recent U.S. college or university graduates with 1‑2 years of progressive and relevant work experience may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate. RSM will consider applicants with an arrest or conviction record. Equal Opportunity Employment All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race, color, creed, sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances, sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing), gender, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, ancestry, familial or marital status, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, political affiliation, medical condition (including family and medical leave), domestic violence victim status, past, current or prospective service in the U.S. uniformed service, U.S. Military/Veteran status, pre‑disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. Benefits We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package. Explore our total rewards at #J-18808-Ljbffr