Tax Analyst
Ernst & Young
Tax Analyst
Ernst & Young
Global professional services: audit, tax, consulting
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USA - Tax - People Advisory Services (PAS) Tax - EDGE Global Payroll Operate - Analyst
Will you shape the future or will the future shape you?
The opportunity
Join our dynamic EY Tax team, where our global expertise and deep technical knowledge across all tax disciplines are enhanced by the latest in innovation and cutting-edge technology. We pride ourselves on exceptional client service, strong accountability, and governance, making us the top choice for industry executives and the largest revenue-generating US and global tax practice.
As the future of work evolves due to globalization, demographics, technology, and regulation, our People Advisory Services (PAS) professionals are poised to ensure our clients’ workforce is agile and adaptable to rapid organizational changes. We partner with organizations worldwide to tackle complex challenges related to business transformation, talent deployment, workforce evolution, and the strategic role of HR. Our services are designed to align and motivate the workforce with strategy, productivity, and streamline HR operations, ultimately leading to improved efficiency and cost savings.
EDGE stands for Exceptional Delivery and Growth Engine because this team operates in a technical environment with deep process and service delivery experience that distinguishes the EY organization in the marketplace.
Your Key Responsibilities
Our Global Payroll Operate practice focuses on helping our clients effectively manage their global payroll needs proactively and responsibly in 150+ countries. Our quality service and technical network enable you to help clients reduce inefficiencies, mitigate risk and drive process improvement within their payroll functions. We believe that by managing clients' payroll obligations, we can make a critical difference, and you'll be at the heart of this mission.
In a fully global environment, an Analyst in Global Payroll Operate will actively participate in all activities within the Global Payroll Operate function. This includes supporting sales and service opportunities under the guidance of senior team members. This role involves collaborating across global regions to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in payroll operations, while contributing to process improvements and client service excellence.
Provide timely and high-quality payroll project management, governance and service management services and work products that exceed client expectations, including daily contact with EY global payroll teams and clients across the globe to verify that payroll services are delivered on time and accurately
Respond to payroll and governance payroll queries from clients and internal global stakeholders
Develop client payroll calendar detailing all payroll delivery activities and dates; support the collection of client data and work with global EY teams to confirm receipt
Audit correctness and work with country teams to correct
Manage the creation and updates of payroll processes/procedure documentation for all clients and audit annually
Provide training on global tools and processes and individual client requirements to global country payroll teams
Skills and attributes for success
To qualify for the role, you must have:
A predicted undergraduate or graduate degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a relevant field of study; supported by a strong academic record.
3.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
Plans to obtain an approved technical certification.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills; problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
Project management skills.
Excellent communication, presentation and client service skills.
An interest working in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver’s license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.
The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.
You must reside within a commutable distance of the office location associated with this position.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship, now and in the future.
Ideally, you will have:
Cumulative college/university GPA of 3.2 or above.
Understanding of payroll or other related finance activities.
Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.
Please note this position is not able to consider candidates with an Accounting major. CPA-track candidates with an interest in Tax should explore opportunities in 360 Careers Tax; you can learn more about the360 Careers Experience here.
What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $64,000 - $80,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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