Senior Payroll Consultant

About the role

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards. This position is mostly remote, but 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

• Support payroll consulting engagements across a range of clients, industries, and geographies
• Afford assistance in assessing and improving client payroll processes, controls, and procedures
• Perform multistate payroll compliance reviews, including federal, state, and local regulations
• Support payroll tax activities, including preparation and review of forms (e.g., 941, 941-X, W-2C)
• Assist with payroll setup and configuration, including earnings, deductions, and tax treatments
• Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Research and apply payroll regulations, including reciprocity and other multistate considerations
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver timely, accurate, and high-quality work
• Communicate payroll concepts and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Contribute to project deliverables and ensure work is completed on time and aligned with expectations

Requirements

• 3 years of payroll experience, ideally within a consulting firm, payroll provider, or in-house payroll function
• Bachelor degree required
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, compliance requirements, and multistate regulations
• Experience with payroll tax forms and filings
• Familiarity with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, SAP, Oracle/PeopleSoft, Paycom, Paycor, or similar platforms
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification strongly preferred (or in progress)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Skills

• Technical payroll knowledge
• Proactive and detail-oriented approach
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Current on payroll regulations and industry trends
• Responsiveness and strong commitment to client service

Benefits

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.

Pay

The pay rate range for this job position is $49,500 to $118,990.