Payroll & Tax Analyst: Master Multi-State Compliance

Stout; Minnesota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Discretionary time off policy

Total Rewards program

Wellness options

Job summary

Stout is seeking a Payroll & Tax Analyst to support multi-state payroll and tax compliance. This role partners with Finance, HR, Benefits and external advisors, reporting to the Tax Manager. Over time, you will assume greater ownership across Payroll and Tax.

You will manage reconciliations, assist with audits, and develop efficiencies while maintaining strict controls and compliance. A Bachelor’s degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in payroll, tax, accounting or finance preferred.
• Workday experience preferred; multi-state payroll experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a backup Workday payroll processor for 1,200+ employees across ~35 states.
• Review payroll inputs and employee changes including hires, terminations, changes, PTO and merit increases.
• Build and maintain Workday reporting for Payroll, Tax, Finance, HR and month-end close.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration or related field

Tools

Workday

Excel

Payroll software

Job description

Stout is seeking a Payroll & Tax Analyst to support multi-state payroll and tax compliance. This role partners with Finance, HR, Benefits and external advisors, reporting to the Tax Manager. Over time, you will assume greater ownership across Payroll and Tax.

You will manage reconciliations, assist with audits, and develop efficiencies while maintaining strict controls and compliance. A Bachelor’s degree is required.