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Payroll Specialist (Client Accounting Services)Redpath and Company, Ltd. • St Paul, MN, United States
Payroll Specialist (Client Accounting Services)

Payroll Specialist (Client Accounting Services)

Redpath and Company, Ltd. • St Paul, MN, United States
16 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Why Redpath?

At Redpath, you'll be valued for who you are and supported in where you're going. We've created a culture rooted in trust, teamwork, and genuine relationships, where caring is at the core of how we treat each other and our clients. You'll do meaningful work here with people who bring a positive, solution-focused mindset to every challenge. Our team is proactive in all we do, taking initiative, clearing roadblocks, and staying ahead for our clients and each other. Here, your voice matters, your growth is a priority, and your work drives real impact. We're driven to improve, grow, and deliver excellence together, personally and professionally. This isn't just a job. It's a place to build a career and a community.

About the Position :

The CAAS Payroll Specialist will manage and advise on payroll operations for multiple clients, providing specialized consulting and compliance support. The ideal candidate will be a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or have extensive, hands-on experience with multi-state payroll, construction prevailing wage compliance, and payroll-related due diligence for private equity or M&A transactions.

This position requires advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, deep payroll tax knowledge, and the ability to handle diverse client engagements in a fast-paced, advisory-focused environment. A background in HR-particularly in benefits administration and compliance-is preferred.

  • This position is based in Minnesota

Key Responsibilities :

  • Manage and process accurate, timely payrolls for multiple clients across various states and industries.
  • Serve as a payroll consultant and advisor, assisting clients with technical payroll and compliance matters.
  • Respond to and resolve IRS or state payroll tax notices, including direct correspondence with taxing authorities.
  • Handle multi-state payroll tax compliance, including withholding and unemployment taxes, particularly for construction clients or remote workforces crossing state lines.
  • Provide guidance on prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting for construction clients.
  • Advise clients on specialized payroll and tax issues such as :
  • Per diem rules under GSA guidelines for construction and field employees

  • Nonqualified Deferred Compensation (NQDC) taxation and reporting
  • Taxable fringe benefits (Circular 15-B compliance)
  • Support payroll-related due diligence for private equity and M&A engagements, including analysis of wage / hour compliance, employee classification, and benefit structures.
  • Collaborate with CAAS, tax, and advisory staff to provide integrated, client-focused service.
  • Conduct payroll reconciliations, manage year-end filings (W-2, 1099), and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication, confidentiality, and responsiveness.
  • Qualifications :

  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation or minimum 5+ years of experience managing complex payrolls.
  • Extensive experience in multi-state payroll tax compliance and reporting.
  • Deep understanding of construction payroll, prevailing wage, and certified payroll reporting.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Experience managing multiple clients simultaneously in a consulting, accounting, or professional services environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with leading payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Gusto, QuickBooks Payroll, etc.).
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • HR experience with benefits administration, compliance, or employee relations.
  • Prior experience with payroll due diligence in M&A or private equity transactions.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems or accounting software integrations.
  • Redpath and Company helps clients make more informed decisions that contribute to their financial well-being by providing proactive, innovative, and value-driven CPA and advisory services for closely-held businesses, private equity, government entities, and nonprofit organizations. Core commercial industries served include manufacturing and distribution; construction, real estate, and engineering; and technology. Areas of service expertise include audit and assurance; personal, business, and international tax; state and local tax; sales and use tax; and succession and estate planning. Redpath also guides clients throughout the entire business life cycle with performance optimization and process improvement; M&A advisory, including corporate and deal strategy, due diligence (financial, tax, operations, and IT), financial modeling, and M&A integration; accounting and management outsourcing; and valuations. The firm was founded in 1971. With offices located in St. Paul and White Bear Lake, Minnesota, the firm ranks as one of the top CPA and advisory firms in Minnesota. Redpath is a member of HLB International, a global network of independent advisory and accounting firms. For more information, visit www.redpathcpas.com.

    Redpath and Company offers a comprehensive benefit package, including :

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
  • HSA and FSA
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability
  • Company paid Short-Term Disability
  • Paid parenting leave
  • 401k plan with company match after 6 months of service
  • Redpath and Company is an equal opportunity employer, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

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