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
Company Overview
The Hartford is an industry leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits and mutual funds. It was founded in 1810, and is headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.thehartford.com.