Lead Payroll Tax Analyst

DescriptionHomeSearch JobsJob DescriptionLead Payroll Tax AnalystContract: North Chicago, Illinois, USSalary Range: 60.00 - 65.00 | Per HourJob Code: 369216End Date: 2026-06-06Days Left: 29 days, 5 hours leftApplyThe Payroll Tax Lead is responsible for processing accurate and timely payroll tax payments, reporting, and overall payroll tax compliance across the organization. The lead oversees US and Puerto Rico payroll tax operations, stay abreast on tax regulations, and implements adjustments to maintain compliance standards. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, an in-depth understanding of payroll tax legislation, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve payroll tax procedures. This role will also support activities necessary to complete the processing of the payroll for US and Puerto Rico, including inspecting/auditing tax registers, tax filing and reporting for accuracy and yearly tax statements.Pay: $60/hr - $65/hrPayroll Tax Lead (Senior)Senior, hands-on payroll tax specialistHeavy focus on tax compliance, filings, reconciliations, and notice resolutionWorks extensively with:Government agencies (IRS, state agencies)ADP (tax vendor - mandatory experience)Supports US + Puerto Rico payroll tax operationsMUST-HAVES (STRICT SCREENING CRITERIA)ADP experience (MANDATORY - non-negotiable)Tax filings (quarterly, annual)Tax notice resolutionReconciliationsExperience working with:IRSState/local tax agenciesPuerto Rico payroll tax experienceExperience in large organizations (30,000+ employees)Strong multi-state payroll tax experience (all 50 states)Strong understanding of US payroll tax regulationsExperience working in Workday environment (preferred)Ability to work hybrid onsite in Illinois (mandatory)Nice To Haves:Pharma or similar large enterprise backgroundExperience in M&A environmentsProcess improvement / automation exposureThe Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually - as applicable.Job RequirementMultistate PayrollPuerto Rico PayrollWorkdayADPReconciliationM&APharma Reach Out to a RecruiterRecruiterEmailPhoneDanish Kazidanish.kazi@collabera.com