Senior Analyst, Managed Payroll Services - Business Process Solutions

Senior Analyst - Us Managed Payroll Tax Services

Join the world's leading professional services firm assisting employers in operating payrolls for their workforce. As a Senior Analyst, you will join a dynamic team delivering our US Managed Payroll Tax Services offering. Recruiting for this role ends on May 31st, 2026.

Work You Will Do :

• Payroll Tax Configuration & System Maintenance
• Configure payroll wage codes to accurately apply employer and employee taxes and social security contributions.
• Ensure proper setup and ongoing maintenance of local withholding codes for employers and employees within the Deloitte payroll tax system.
• Register employers for payroll taxes across relevant jurisdictions.
• Apply for identification numbers (e.g., FEIN, SUI) when expanding into new states or regions.
• Maintain good working knowledge of Tax State / SUI agency portals.
• Compliance, Filings & Documentation
• Prepare and file payroll tax returns in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Prepare Forms W-2, Forms 1099, and state equivalents.
• Coordinate year-end activities to ensure all annual tax filings, including W-2s, are accurate and timely.
• Perform regular internal audits and compliance checks to identify and resolve issues, minimize filing delays, and monitor penalties or tax notices.
• Perform quarterly reconciliation and data analysis, reconciling federal and state withholding and unemployment taxes at regular intervals (monthly, quarterly, annually).
• Reconcile payroll taxes at the employee level to ensure precision.
• Execute tax adjustments and amendments as needed.
• Advisory & Partnership Responsibilities
• Liaise with federal and state agencies regarding payroll tax matters.
• Prepare Powers of Attorney to support client representation with tax authorities.
• Communicate directly with internal and external clients regarding tax inquiries.
• Research complex payroll tax issues and provide clear guidance.
• Ensure that all tax-related system updates are reviewed, understood, and properly implemented.
• Work in close partnership with clients to guarantee accurate and timely processing of payroll tax liabilities.
• Process Improvement & Strategic Initiatives
• Evaluate and enhance payroll tax processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for automation and lead implementation efforts to streamline payroll tax operations.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues, driving positive change and continuous improvement in payroll tax services.
• Help establish and maintain required operating protocols for the payroll service offering.

The Team :

The Deloitte Business Process Solutions (BPS) Tax team delivers comprehensive payroll tax administration and compliance services for clients, leveraging deep technical expertise, advanced technology, and a collaborative service approach. Our team serves organizations of all sizes, across diverse industries, providing end-to-end support - from tax registrations and wage code configuration to reporting, reconciliation, and process improvement. We solve critical challenges in compliance, data accuracy, and efficiency by combining best practices, automation, and experienced insight. BPS is committed to delivering timely, accurate, and scalable solutions while anticipating regulatory changes and client needs.

Qualifications Required :

Preferred :

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $69,930 - $159,120. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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