Job Description

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

We are partnering with a growing organization in Los Angeles seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and manage payroll operations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and supporting payroll-related initiatives across the organization.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented payroll professional with strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of payroll regulations, and experience managing high-volume payroll operations. This individual will serve as a key resource for employees, management, and cross-functional teams on payroll matters.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the end-to-end payroll process for multi-state employee populations

Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with applicable laws and company policies

Maintain payroll records and ensure the integrity of employee payroll data

Review payroll reports, reconciliations, and audits to identify and resolve discrepancies

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations

Manage payroll-related filings, tax payments, and year-end reporting activities, including W-2 preparation

Partner with Human Resources, Accounting, and Finance to support employee onboarding, terminations, benefits deductions, and compensation changes

Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, taxes, and earnings statements

Develop, document, and improve payroll processes and internal controls

Support payroll system implementations, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives

Lead, mentor, and develop payroll team members as applicable

Assist with internal and external audit requests related to payroll

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred

5+ years of progressive payroll experience, including leadership responsibilities

Experience managing multi-state payroll operations

Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll laws, tax regulations, and wage and hour requirements

Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, UKG, Workday, Paycom, Ceridian, or similar platforms

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred but not required

About GHJ

At GHJ, we go beyond numbers. We are a national advisory and accounting firm committed to empowering our clients and team members to pursue their passions, grow thriving businesses and create a brighter future. Committeed to a hybrid and inclusive work culture with headquarters in Los Angeles and offices in San Jose, Buffalo and Denver, our 250+ professionals and over 20 partners serve clients across the U.S. and around the world.

We specialize in industries that shape the future — entertainment, food and beverage, media and advertising and nonprofit organizations — delivering tailored solutions that meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be.

Recognized as a Most Innovative Firm, DEI-Focused Firm of the Year, Top 100 Firm, 7th Fastest-Growing Firm and a Best Firm to Work For, among others, GHJ stands out for innovation, diversity and a deep dedication to success — for clients and employees alike. Our collective strength comes from the diversity of perspectives, experiences and passions that drive our team to deliver exceptional service. Here, hybrid work is the norm, and diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) are not just part of our culture — they are how we thrive.

Through the GHJ Foundation, we support causes that matter by contributing time, talent and resources to uplift our communities.

Additionally, as a proud member of HLB International, a global network of independent advisory and accounting firms, GHJ connects you to expertise in over 150 countries. Whether your goals are local or global, we are here to help you achieve them.

Explore opportunities to grow with us — whether as a client or a team member — and discover how GHJ helps businesses and people everywhere #BeMore.

Industry

Accounting & Tax

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Year Founded

1953

Website

ghjadvisors.com

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