Senior Specialist, Payroll

Baker Tilly Vantagen, LLC; New Castle (PA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking a payroll professional to support multiple client accounts with a strong focus on accuracy and confidentiality. You will process client payrolls using ADP RUN, resolve issues, and ensure tax compliance across federal, state, and local requirements.

This mostly remote role requires proximity to Baker Tilly offices in PA/TX/WI. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years payroll experience are preferred; CPP is a plus, and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant payroll experience.
• Experience with ADP RUN software and implementation experience.
• CPP preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Working knowledge of Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client payroll information is accurate within their payroll system and resolve discrepancies.
• Review and/or process payrolls in a timely manner to meet client deadlines.
• Update employee records and calculate bonuses or severance when applicable.
• Review tax calculations and reconcile payroll deposits and withholdings.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee data and communicate clearly with clients.

Skills

Payroll processing

Communication

Attention to detail

Client service

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ADP RUN

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

OverviewBaker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) 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.Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.Job Description:While this position is mostly remote, team members must be within 50 miles of a Baker Tilly office in Texas (Dallas/Frisco), Wisconsin (Madison, Milwaukee, Appleton, Janesville, Eau Claire) or Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Clarks Summit, Lancaster, Allentown, Pittston, State College, Williamsport, New Castle).Responsibilities:Client Service & DeliverablesEnsure client payroll information is accurate within their specific payroll system and resolve any discrepanciesReview and/or process payrolls in a timely manner to meet client deadlines to include updating employee records, calculating/paying bonuses or severance, reviewing accuracy of federal and state income related tax calculations, and reconciling payroll deposits, tax withholdings, wage garnishments, etc.Prepare reports of employee earnings, taxes, deductions, and employer’s contribution for social security and unemploymentClient ServiceEstablish strong and trusted client relationships by effectively consulting with clients on all payroll related mattersMaintain confidence of employee data by keeping all information confidentialAccurately convey detailed information in both written and verbal formatProvide technical software support to clientsIdentify and accurately capture out of scope workIdentify new opportunities to expand services to clientsImplementation & TechnologyBe an additional resource to the implementation team when neededInterview clients to gain understanding of payroll needsManage new client implementation projects, ensuring timely completion and client satisfactionTrain clients on payroll processes as necessaryIndividual and Team DevelopmentBe a resource to new hires and/or less experienced staff as it relates to clients, software, payroll, and/or processesProvide honest feedback to new hires/less experienced staff in a timely mannerHelp build team capabilities and knowledge by sharing insights and lessons learnedResearch and maintain product knowledge on ADP software platformsMaintain current knowledge of local, state, and federal practices and lawsQualifications:3 years of relevant payroll experienceExperience with ADP RUN software and implementation experienceCPP preferredBachelor's degree requiredWorking knowledge of Outlook and Microsoft Office SuiteHighly detail oriented and focused on accuracyStrong organization and time management skillsStrong adaptability and multi-tasking skillsAbility to effectively work in a deadline driven environment serving multiple clientsAbility to provide exceptional client serviceStrong written and verbal communication skills; appropriately and professionally communicates with all levelsAbility to learn new technology and processes quicklyAbility to learn from experiences and integrate new knowledge and skills into daily work and share with colleagues as appropriateThe pay rate range for this job position is $20.23 to $49.10. 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.