Senior Payroll Tax Consultant & Client Advisor

UKG; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

UKG is seeking a Payroll Tax Lead to provide advanced client, tax, and operational expertise. This senior resource guides complex client scenarios, supports escalations, and collaborates across Payroll, HRIS, Product, and other internal partners.

The role emphasizes coaching, subject matter expertise, and continuous improvement while not assuming formal people management. A strong focus on US payroll tax requirements and risk identification is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, CPP or CPA or 5+ years payroll tax experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of all areas of employment tax processing (tax deposits, returns, notices, adjustments).
• Ability to interpret employment tax laws and apply jurisdiction guidelines.
• Year-End proficiency and experience across multiple clients.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior resource for complex client, tax, and service questions.
• Guide team on client relationship management in complex accounts.
• Assist with client escalations and high-visibility meetings.
• Evaluate tax and compliance risks and advise on next steps.
• Provide advanced subject matter expertise on US payroll tax requirements.
• Support ongoing improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Payroll tax knowledge

Year-End proficiency

Client relationship management

Complex client situations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or Accounting

CPP, CPA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UKG is seeking a Payroll Tax Lead to provide advanced client, tax, and operational expertise. This senior resource guides complex client scenarios, supports escalations, and collaborates across Payroll, HRIS, Product, and other internal partners.

The role emphasizes coaching, subject matter expertise, and continuous improvement while not assuming formal people management. A strong focus on US payroll tax requirements and risk identification is expected.