Senior Payroll Consultant

Baker Tilly US; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 49,500 - 118,990; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package

Opportunity for career growth

Job summary

Baker Tilly US is seeking a Senior Payroll Consultant in Milwaukee, WI. This role supports client payroll operations, compliance, and improvement. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of payroll experience, strong understanding of multistate regulations, and expertise with various payroll systems. Responsibilities include compliance reviews, tax form preparation, and collaboration with clients. The salary range is from $49,500 to $118,990, with additional benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of payroll experience, ideally within a consulting firm or payroll provider.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and compliance requirements.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred (or in progress).

Responsibilities

• Support payroll consulting engagements across various clients.
• Perform multistate payroll compliance reviews and tax activities.
• Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies and opportunities.

Skills

Payroll compliance analysis

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

ADP

Workday

SAP

Oracle/PeopleSoft

Paycom

Paycor

Job description

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

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Job Description

As a Senior Payroll Consultant within our Human Resources & Payroll Consulting team, you will support a variety of client engagements focused on payroll operations, compliance, and process improvement. You’ll work closely with experienced team members to deliver high-quality solutions and help clients navigate complex payroll challenges. This role is ideal for someone with strong payroll knowledge who enjoys problem-solving, working with clients, and building expertise across different industries and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Support payroll consulting engagements across a range of clients, industries, and geographies
• Assist in assessing and improving client payroll processes, controls, and procedures
• Perform multistate payroll compliance reviews, including federal, state, and local regulations
• Support payroll tax activities, including preparation and review of forms (e.g., 941, 941-X, W-2C)
• Assist with payroll setup and configuration, including earnings, deductions, and tax treatments
• Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Support reviews related to employee classification, wage treatment, and overtime calculations
• Research and apply payroll regulations, including reciprocity and other multistate considerations
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver timely, accurate, and high-quality work
• Communicate payroll concepts and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Contribute to project deliverables and ensure work is completed on time and aligned with expectations

What You Bring

• 3-5 years of payroll experience, ideally within a consulting firm, payroll provider, or in-house payroll function
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, compliance requirements, and multistate regulations
• Experience with payroll tax forms and filings
• Familiarity with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, SAP, Oracle/PeopleSoft, Paycom, Paycor, or similar platforms
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification strongly preferred (or in progress)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

How You’ll Succeed

• Build and apply technical payroll knowledge across a variety of client situations
• Take a proactive, detail-oriented approach to delivering high-quality work
• Collaborate effectively with team members and contribute to a positive team environment
• Stay current on payroll regulations and industry trends
• Demonstrate responsiveness and a strong commitment to client service

Why Join Us

You’ll have the opportunity to grow your payroll expertise while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, client-focused environment. This role offers exposure to a wide range of payroll challenges and systems, helping you build a strong foundation for long-term career growth.

The pay rate range for this job position is $49,500 to $118,990. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.