Payroll Tax Consultant
Creative Financial Staffing
Dublin, OH · Posted October 31, 2026
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About the job
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
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