Multi-State Payroll Account Manager

H&R Block, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Associate Account Manager to manage payroll for multiple states, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

You will serve as the primary contact for assigned clients and handle payroll actions, tax filings, and year-end tasks with accuracy and efficiency. The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in payroll processing, preferably multi-state.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Experience filing and amending quarterly/annual payroll tax forms (e.g., 941, 940).
• Familiarity with payroll platforms such as ADP, Paychex, or Gusto.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary payroll contact for a portfolio of clients.
• Process payroll actions: status changes, separations, tax changes, deductions, direct deposits.
• Update State and Local Withholding IDs; adjust rates per regulations.
• Ensure payrolls are accurate and on schedule (wages, overtime, bonuses, tips).
• Review, verify, and reconcile payroll data per guidelines.
• Provide timely responses to client inquiries on payroll, policies, and benefits.

Skills

Payroll processing

Multi-state payroll

Client communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred)

Tools

ADP

Paychex

Gusto

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking a Payroll Associate Account Manager to manage payroll for multiple states, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

You will serve as the primary contact for assigned clients and handle payroll actions, tax filings, and year-end tasks with accuracy and efficiency. The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines across jurisdictions.