Senior Payroll Tax and Accounting Specialist

WernerCo.

Senior payroll tax specialist managing multi-state and Canadian compliance for a company making professional jobsite products. Handling payroll accounting, GL reconciliation, audits, and UKG Pro improvements.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeCleveland • Ohio, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll tax management, accounting principles, and multi-state compliance, with a strong focus on accuracy and process improvement. Proficient in utilizing UKG Pro and Excel for payroll reporting and analysis.

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Payroll Tax ManagementMulti-State Payroll ExperienceUKG Pro ProficiencyGeneral Ledger ReconciliationExcel Data Analysis

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Hard Skills

Payroll Tax ReportingPayroll AccountingGeneral Ledger ReconciliationQuarter-End Tax CloseYear-End Tax CloseData ValidationBusiness IntelligenceVLOOKUPPivot TablesPayroll Adjustments

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingProblem-SolvingTime ManagementMulti-Priority Management

Tools & Technologies

UKG ProCeridian DayforceExcel

Industry Keywords

Payroll Tax ComplianceMulti-State ComplianceTax CodesPayroll JournalsAudit SupportRegulatory FilingsWorkers' Compensation AuditsNon-Resident TaxationReciprocal Agreements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and ensure the accuracy of payroll tax and payroll accounting activities across federal, state, local, and Canadian jurisdictions
Prepare, analyze, reconcile, and file payroll tax reports
Reconcile payroll tax withholdings and deposits
Lead quarter-end and year-end payroll tax activities, including filings, adjustments, and balancing
Own payroll-related general ledger activity within UKG Pro
Ensure payroll journals accurately reflect wages, taxes, and benefit liabilities
Reconcile payroll entries to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies with Finance
Prepare and validate payroll accounting reports and maintain system structures
Prepare reports for audits and regulatory filings and support 401(k) and workers’ compensation audits
Respond to auditor and agency inquiries with accurate documentation
Investigate and resolve complex multi-state payroll tax discrepancies and high-risk compliance issues
Serve as a subject matter expert for payroll tax, multi-state compliance, and payroll adjustments
Lead adjustment processes within UKG Pro
Analyze payroll and tax data to identify discrepancies, trends, and compliance risks
Lead process improvements and system enhancements focused on automation, accuracy, and scalability
Maintain payroll tax and accounting process documentation
Partner with Accounting and IT to strengthen payroll-to-GL integration and data accuracy
Partner with UKG and Ceridian Dayforce to ensure accurate tax filing and reporting
Manage relationships with tax authorities and auditors
Ensure proper setup and maintenance of tax codes and withholdings
Handle complex multi-state scenarios, including non-resident taxation and reciprocal agreements
Perform other duties within the scope of the role

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience required
5–7 years of payroll tax and payroll accounting experience required
Experience with multi-state and Canadian payroll required
Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, Business Intelligence, data validation, and analysis
Strong understanding of payroll tax and accounting principles and general ledger reconciliation
Experience leading quarter-end and year-end tax close activities
Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
0%–10% domestic travel required
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work status with a minimum of 1 day per month in the office
Equal opportunity employment and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion