Senior Payroll Consultant – Multistate & Compliance Expert

Baker Tilly US; Alaska; On-site; USD 50,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly US is seeking a Senior Payroll Consultant to support payroll operations, compliance, and process improvements for diverse clients. You will work with experienced professionals to deliver accurate solutions and navigate complex payroll challenges.

The role emphasizes cross-industry payroll knowledge, client service, and effective communication. A mostly remote arrangement with proximity to Baker Tilly offices is available, with compensation reflecting experience and location.

Qualifications

• 3 years of payroll experience, ideally within a consulting firm, payroll provider, or in-house payroll function.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; experience can be considered in lieu of degree.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, compliance requirements, and multistate regulations.
• Experience with payroll tax forms and filings.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Multistate payroll

CPP certification (preferred)

Excel

Communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/HR/Business

CPP certification (preferred)

Tools

ADP

Workday

SAP

Oracle/PeopleSoft

Paycom

Paycor

Job description

Baker Tilly US is seeking a Senior Payroll Consultant to support payroll operations, compliance, and process improvements for diverse clients. You will work with experienced professionals to deliver accurate solutions and navigate complex payroll challenges.

The role emphasizes cross-industry payroll knowledge, client service, and effective communication. A mostly remote arrangement with proximity to Baker Tilly offices is available, with compensation reflecting experience and location.