Aon Payroll Specialist
Aon is in the business of better decisions. At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like :
- Serve as SME for tax escalation and partner with Corporate Payroll Tax Lead to address federal and state tax audits and RFIs related to same
- Assist with managing system accesses relative to Aon payroll-related bank accounts
- Initiate necessary wires required per pay period
- Process international deposits via Worldlink
- Address or redirect cases related to acquired or divested tax notices
- Assist with daily payroll escalations and route special payment requests for processing
- Execute timely audits of pay results as required
- Manage projects, data requests, and respond to employee issues / escalations
- Assist with year-end activities including international assignments, taxes due pertaining to stock, allocating state taxes due for business travelers, gross ups for moving expenses and all employee communications related to the same
- Willingness to help ensure all payroll-related work is completed during year-end as well as during the annual bonus cycle and other special projects that may arise including acquisitions and divestitures
- Monitor team mail and handle requests based on SOP
- Reconcile lockbox checks to Workday record and partner with Finance
- Assist payroll manager with the registration of new state, local, and unemployment withholding taxes as necessary
- Performs testing of payroll related system enhancements, improvements, and migrations
- Assist with ad hoc projects, audits, and other tasks as assigned
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll regulations and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal payroll laws
- Perform back up responsibilities for other analysts
- Maintain accurate payroll records and backup documentation to support payroll operations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline payroll processes and improve efficiency
- Process off cycle payroll batches (terminations, equity, etc.), as necessary
- Assist in implementing, writing, and maintaining standard operating procedures
Skills and experience that will lead to success :
3+ years of experience in multi-state payroll processingProficient in Workday, particularly in payroll, time & attendance, and reporting modules and advanced Excel skillsComprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulationsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesHigh integrity and ethicsPreferred : Proactive, results-oriented, intellectually curious, logical thinkingFundamentals of Payroll Certified (FPC) required, CPP preferredExperience in setting up payroll entities, including state registrationsPayroll implementationsHow we support our colleagues :
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work.