Senior Payroll Tax Analyst | Process & Compliance Leader

Accenture PLC; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture plc is seeking a Payroll Tax Senior Analyst in Hartford, CT to ensure payroll processes are executed accurately and on time. This role acts as a subject matter expert, resolves escalation issues, and leads continuous improvement initiatives across onshore and offshore teams.

The position requires strong payroll tax knowledge, experience with multi-state payroll, and proficiency in Workday or Oracle payroll systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Payroll Tax.
• CPP Certification preferred.
• Spanish speaking and reading skills preferred.
• Experience with multi-state payroll processing, garnishments, and GL reporting.
• Workday systems experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day payroll operations for onshore resources and ensure timely deliverables.
• Support multi-state payroll processing and respond to client/vendor escalations.
• Ensure SLAs are met and drive process improvements.
• Understand local payroll regulations and reporting requirements.
• Train staff on updated procedures and policies.
• Contribute to operational reporting and testing of tools and systems.
• Provide timely status updates to stakeholders and resolve client requests.
• Assist in benefits administration for Puerto Rico HR services.

Skills

Payroll tax

Client service

Data analysis

Process improvement

Oracle payroll

Training

Tools

Workday

Oracle payroll

Excel

SharePoint

HRIS

Job description

Accenture plc is seeking a Payroll Tax Senior Analyst in Hartford, CT to ensure payroll processes are executed accurately and on time. This role acts as a subject matter expert, resolves escalation issues, and leads continuous improvement initiatives across onshore and offshore teams.

The position requires strong payroll tax knowledge, experience with multi-state payroll, and proficiency in Workday or Oracle payroll systems.