Janea Sizemore

About Janea Sizemore

I serve as a Senior Payroll Advisor with Auris Payroll (formerly Heartland Payroll), an Acrisure Company, helping business owners simplify payroll, strengthen compliance, and reduce unnecessary tax exposure.I work with small to mid-sized businesses across multiple industries, supporting companies from owner-operator startups to multi-entity employers. My focus is practical: accurate payroll execution, reliable tax filing, streamlined onboarding, and systems that support long-term operational stability.Clients I work with benefit from: • Dedicated payroll specialists (not call centers) • Electronic onboarding and timekeeping • Payroll tax filing and compliance support • HR tools, ACA tracking, and WOTC tax credit screening • Integrated solutions including workers’ compensation, benefits, retirement, and accounting platformsBeyond implementation, I prioritize education, ensuring clients understand how payroll decisions affect cash flow, compliance risk, and workforce planning. I aim to be a long-term resource, not a transactional provider.In parallel, I am the Founder & CEO of Your Perfect Footwear Foundation, a nonprofit focused on youth development, financial literacy, and workforce readiness. Through incentive-based programs that connect effort to opportunity, the organization equips students with confidence, practical skills, and access to resources that support long-term success.That work directly informs how I show up in business—bringing a people-first mindset, operational discipline, and a deep respect for systems that function well and serve with integrity.I operate at the intersection of payroll strategy, business operations, and community impact, helping organizations build stronger internal systems while contributing to broader economic stability.

Experience

1. Senior Payroll Specialist

   Auris

   Nov 2025 — Present · US

   As a Senior Payroll Specialist with Auris (formerly Heartland), I help business owners streamline payroll, stay compliant, and save money with modern, scalable solutions. My work focuses on simplifying complex payroll processes, guiding clients through tax requirements, WOTC screening, onboarding, and system setup, and providing clear strategies that support long-term business growth.I specialize in:• Full-cycle payroll processing• Multi-state compliance & tax support• WOTC optimization• Employee onboarding & system setup• Troubleshooting, audits, and accuracy checks• Helping small businesses transition from manual or outdated systemsMy goal is simple: make payroll effortless, accurate, and cost-efficient so business owners can focus on what they do best—running and growing their companies.

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

• Brookline College Phoenix campus

  Associate's degree, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General