Payroll Tax Consultant

Job Title: Payroll Tax Consultant Location: Dublin, Ohio Pay: $ $75,000 - $85,000 Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Payroll Tax Consultant to support payroll tax compliance, reconciliation, and system optimization. This role will partner closely with payroll operations, finance, CPA, and legal teams to ensure accurate tax processing, clean historical records, and a smooth transition to Workday. Key Responsibilities Payroll Tax Compliance & Administration Manage and ensure compliance with payroll-related taxes, including FICA, FUTA, SUTA, and local, state, and federal income tax regulations Handle tax agency setup, account maintenance, and system access Coordinate with payroll processor (Paychex, currently) to resolve tax issues and ensure accurate filings Perform cleanup and reconciliation of historical payroll tax items General Ledger & Accounting Support Record payroll wages, taxes, and benefits accurately in the general ledger Reconcile payroll tax liabilities and ensure alignment between payroll and financial systems Develop and improve automated payroll-to-GL processes, with flexibility for evolving technical environments Systems & Process Improvement Support payroll system transitions, including Workday readiness and implementation Collaborate cross-functionally to align payroll tax processes with system capabilities Identify opportunities to streamline payroll tax reporting and compliance workflows Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with CPA firms and legal teams on payroll tax matters, audits, and compliance issues Serve as a subject-matter expert on payroll tax regulations and best practices Qualifications & Skills Strong working knowledge of payroll tax regulations at the federal, state, and local levels Hands-on experience with Paychex Flex strongly preferred Experience with Workday payroll or system transitions highly desirable Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems such as ADP, Ceridian, Workday, or similar platforms Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including reconciliations and data analysis Experience with payroll GL entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting Detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in changing technical environments Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams Preferred Experience Prior consulting or project-based payroll tax experience Exposure to multi-state payroll environments Experience supporting audits or tax agency inquiries