Payroll and Tax Consultant

The Hartford is an insurance company dedicated to making a difference, and they are seeking a highly motivated Payroll & Tax Consultant to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing expertise in payroll and tax processes, acting as a liaison across various departments, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Payroll and Tax consultants on the team to build subject matter expertise in Payroll and taxation/employment regulations
• Assist Finance, Treasury, and business areas with payroll production, including funding approval and GL/Expense feeds
• Offer Payroll/Tax consultation and expertise for internal projects and change orders
• Define and perform SOX test scenarios, audits, manage access and recertification support, and ensure compliance with security controls
• Collaborate with external vendors to ensure accuracy, compliance, and seamless operations
• Handle SSA verification, 1099s, Multi-State payroll business travel compliance, program/processes, expatriate processing, and revised filings for prior years
• Work in an agile manner to adapt to changing business needs and priorities
• Identify and implement enhancements to processes to improve automation, quality, and minimize touchpoints
• Provide training and support to internal teams on payroll and tax-related matters

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Operations background with strong knowledge of Workday or HR/Payroll systems
• 1-3 years of experience in payroll operations, payroll audits, or tax consulting
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external vendors
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Embodies a continuous improvement and innovative mindset
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Certification in payroll (e.g., CPP, FPC) is a plus

Benefits

• Short-term or annual bonuses
• Long-term incentives
• On-the-spot recognition

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