Payroll Tax Analyst

About the role

This role is based in Louisville and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

• Process US and Canadian tax payments accurately and on time, and reconcile Federal, State/Local, and Provincial tax authorities using Workday and ADP SmartCompliance, including monthly, quarterly, and annual SUI and wage data files
• Prepare, process, and reconcile annual withholding returns (W-2, T-4, RL-1) by due dates, correcting errors and filing amended returns as needed; research out-of-balances and present findings to Sr. Payroll Tax Analysts
• Upload and resolve import errors in tax preparation software, and manage reconciliation and returns for less complex local tax jurisdictions
• Research and respond to tax agency notices and payroll tax inquiries, ranging from routine to complex
• Support special projects such as M&A, divestments, audits, and W-2/W-2c balancing, plus set up of new tax locations and compliance reporting (DOL, Multiple Worksite, BLS)
• Maintain Workday tax data (tables, rates, location codes, jurisdictions) in sync with ADP SmartCompliance, including W-2/W-2c updates and tax balance adjustments
• Maintain organized, consistent workflows and folder structures across the team
• Track SLAs through the case management system and collaborate across HR Services to meet or exceed service standards

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 0-2 years of payroll tax experience
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of payroll tax rules and regulations
• Strong customer service mindset with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Solid problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong computer skills in a Windows-based environment and proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience in a corporate environment
• Prior payroll tax experience
• Familiarity with Workday and ADP SmartCompliance or similar systems

Skills

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook

Benefits

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.