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Job Location drjobs

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 118658 - 190900

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Position Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior ERP Functional Subject Matter Expert (SME) with a strong background in Payroll and CPA-level financial expertise to join our CGI team to lead and support ERP implementations and optimizations.

This full-time career opportunity is located in our Los Angeles CA office with work performed at client site in Downey CA. CGI has an in-office policy that includes working onsite 2-3 days a week. For this project a hybrid working model is possible with the expectations of 25-50% onsite presence or as directed by the Project manager. At this time members in the Los Angeles area are onsite one full week a month.

This career opportunity will focus on aligning ERP solutions with business processes particularly in payroll accounting and compliance for large-scale enterprise or government clients.

Your deep expertise in ERP implementations payroll operations and CPA-level financial insight will directly support mission-critical government and enterprise transformations.

You will be at the forefront of ERP deliveryconfiguring payroll and accounting systems to align with regulatory and compliance requirements while ensuring seamless integration across finance HR and IT.

If youre driven by public service impact ERP excellence and financial integrity this is your ideal next step.

How were transforming Government


We use technical expertise and secure solutions to help government reinvent the ways of working to improve citizen services and increase efficiency. Our work helps civil entities provide services transparently and with fewer resources.

CGI Advantage is an industry-leading ERP platform merging cutting-edge technology with purpose-built solutions tailored for government operations. With over 46 years of expertise in the public sector this secure intuitive platform is continually evolving supported by a vibrant client community and CGIs global network of industry-leading professionals.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

How youll make an impact


Serve as the primary ERP SME overseeing full project lifecycles from planning to deployment and optimization

Lead ERP implementations with a specialized focus on payroll operations tax compliance and financial management for large-scale government or enterprise clients

Analyze and document payroll and accounting processes; recommend improvements aligned with ERP capabilities

Conduct fit-gap analyses and guide system configuration of payroll and financial modules

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR Finance IT and external vendors to ensure end-to-end integration and successful project delivery

Provide CPA-level financial insight into ERP reporting reconciliations and audit readiness

Ensure compliance with GAAP FLSA IRS and state/local payroll regulations

Support UAT (User Acceptance Testing) training documentation and post-go-live stabilization activities

Lead client workshops issue resolution and end-user adoption efforts

Act as a trusted advisor to project sponsors and executive stakeholders

Stay current on ERP innovations government accounting trends and regulatory changes

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

What youll bring


8 years of experience in ERP implementations focused on Payroll and Financials

In-depth understanding of payroll systems tax regulations benefits integration and public sector accounting

CPA certification preferred

Strong knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board) standards and compliance-heavy environments

Demonstrated experience with ERP platforms such as Oracle Cloud HCM/ERP SAP SuccessFactors Workday or PeopleSoft

Skilled in managing project scope schedules budgets and stakeholder communications

Strong communication analysis and leadership capabilities

Experience with large enterprise or government-sector clients is preferred

Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting Finance or a related field

Desired qualifications/non-essential skills:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred (even if an expired CPA or about to obtain a CPA)

Project management or Agile certification (e.g. PMP Scrum)

Experience with change management and training delivery

Familiarity with California-specific payroll laws and public sector accounting standards

Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level experience relevant training and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $118658.00 - $190900.00.

CGIs benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive insurance options
Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
Paid time off for vacation holidays and sick time
Paid parental leave
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Wellness and Well-being programs


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What you can expect from us:

Together as owners lets turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership teamwork respect and belonging. Here youll reach your full potential because

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas embrace new opportunities and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race ethnicity ancestry color sex religion creed age national origin citizenship status disability pregnancy medical condition military and veteran status marital status sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation gender gender identity and gender expression familial status or responsibilities reproductive health decisions political affiliation genetic information height weight or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal state and/or local laws where we do business.

CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S. please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at
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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements and in accordance with applicable laws some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with CGIs legal duty to furnish information.


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Employment Type

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