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Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced Payroll Tax Consultant to join one of our clients on an interim basis. This role requires a highly skilled and detail-oriented individual with extensive expertise in multi-state payroll tax compliance and hands-on experience managing complex tax issues. You will play a pivotal role in providing technical guidance, ensuring operational stability, and delivering accurate and compliant payroll tax processing.
Job Responsibility:
Act as a subject-matter expert for multi-state payroll tax compliance, offering strategic and technical guidance
Validate and review payroll tax filings, payments, reconciliations, and year-end processes to ensure accuracy
Investigate and resolve payroll tax discrepancies, agency notices, and inquiries with precision
Collaborate with internal teams to assess payroll tax risks and recommend corrective actions
Stay updated on regulatory changes and advise on necessary system or compliance adjustments
Support payroll tax audits and internal reviews, ensuring documentation is thorough and compliant
Analyze existing payroll tax processes and suggest improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce errors
Assist with payroll tax system updates and ensure the accuracy of data maintenance
Provide technical direction and support to payroll tax staff without direct management responsibilities
Research payroll tax laws and deliver actionable recommendations to internal stakeholders
Requirements:
Extensive experience in multi-state payroll tax compliance, including filings and payments
Proven ability to resolve payroll tax discrepancies and manage agency notices effectively
Proficiency with electronic tax payment methods, including e-file systems
Strong analytical skills to assess and address complex payroll tax issues promptly
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
A minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in multi-state, high-volume payroll tax operations
Nice to have:
Familiarity with payroll and tax systems, with experience in MasterTax and PrismHR being a plus