Payroll Tax Consultant

Payroll Tax ConsultantLocation: Dublin, Ohio Pay: $75,000 – $85,000Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Payroll Tax Consultant to support payroll tax compliance, reconciliation, and system optimization. This role will partner closely with payroll operations, finance, CPA, and legal teams to ensure accurate tax processing, clean historical records, and a smooth transition to Workday.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Tax Compliance & AdministrationManage and ensure compliance with payroll-related taxes, including FICA, FUTA, SUTA, and local, state, and federal income tax regulationsHandle tax agency setup, account maintenance, and system accessCoordinate with payroll processor Paychex, currently, to resolve tax issues and ensure accurate filingsPerform cleanup and reconciliation of historical payroll tax itemsGeneral Ledger & Accounting SupportRecord payroll wages, taxes, and benefits accurately in the general ledgerReconcile payroll tax liabilities and ensure alignment between payroll and financial systemsDevelop and improve automated payroll-to-GL processes, with flexibility for evolving technical environmentsSystems & Process ImprovementSupport payroll system transitions, including Workday readiness and implementationCollaborate cross-functionally to align payroll tax processes with system capabilitiesIdentify opportunities to streamline payroll tax reporting and compliance workflowsCross-Functional CollaborationPartner with CPA firms and legal teams on payroll tax matters, audits, and compliance issuesServe as a subject-matter expert on payroll tax regulations and best practicesQualifications & SkillsStrong working knowledge of payroll tax regulations at the federal, state, and local levelsHands-on experience with Paychex Flex strongly preferredExperience with Workday payroll or system transitions highly desirableProficiency with payroll and HRIS systems such as ADP, Ceridian, Workday, or similar platformsAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills, including reconciliations and data analysisExperience with payroll GL entries, reconciliations, and financial reportingDetail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in changing technical environmentsStrong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teamsPreferred ExperiencePrior consulting or project-based payroll tax experienceExposure to multi-state payroll environmentsExperience supporting audits or tax agency inquiries