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Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.
Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.
Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
The main responsibilities of this role is to provide direct support and consulting to our payroll clients. This role is expected to understand payroll in depth and to maintain knowledge of payroll practices and laws so as to provide better service and information to our clients. Under the supervision of the Payroll Supervisor, this role is expected to be independently managing their client relationships, however, when needed, escalating issues or challenges for prompt resolution.
Client Service & Deliverables
- Ensure client payroll information is accurate within their specific payroll system and resolve any discrepancies
- Review and/or process payrolls in a timely manner to meet client deadlines to include updating employee records, calculating/paying bonuses or severance, reviewing accuracy of federal and state income related tax calculations, and reconciling payroll deposits, tax withholdings, wage garnishments, etc.
- Prepare reports of employee earnings, taxes, deductions, and employer’s contribution for social security and unemployment
Client Service
- Establish strong and trusted client relationships by effectively consulting with clients on all payroll related matters
- Maintain confidence of employee data by keeping all information confidential
- Accurately convey detailed information in both written and verbal format
- Provide technical software support to clients
- Identify and accurately capture out of scope work
- Identify new opportunities to expand services to clients
Implementation & Technology
- Be an additional resource to the implementation team when needed
- Interviews clients to gain understanding of payroll needs
- Manage new client implementation projects, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction
- Train clients on payroll processes as necessary
Individual and Team Development
- Be a resource to new hires and/or less experienced staff as it relates to clients, software, payroll, and/or processes
- Provide honest feedback to new hires/less experienced staff in a timely manner
- Help build team capabilities and knowledge by sharing insights and lessons learned
- Research and maintain product knowledge on ADP software platforms
- Maintain current knowledge of local, state, and federal practices and laws
Qualifications
- 01- years of payroll experience
- Associate degree preferred
- Experience with ADP software platforms desirable
- Working knowledge of Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Highly detail oriented and focused on accuracy
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Strong adaptability and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to effectively work in a deadline driven environment serving multiple clients
- Ability to provide exceptional client service
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; appropriately and professionally communicates with all levels
- Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly
Ability to learn from experiences and integrate new knowledge and skills into daily work and share with colleagues as appropriate
The compensation range for this role is $21.50 to $41.00. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
Overview
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.
Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.
Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
The main responsibilities of this role is to provide direct support and consulting to our payroll clients. This role is expected to understand payroll in depth and to maintain knowledge of payroll practices and laws so as to provide better service and information to our clients. Under the supervision of the Payroll Supervisor, this role is expected to be independently managing their client relationships, however, when needed, escalating issues or challenges for prompt resolution.
Client Service & Deliverables
- Ensure client payroll information is accurate within their specific payroll system and resolve any discrepancies
- Review and/or process payrolls in a timely manner to meet client deadlines to include updating employee records, calculating/paying bonuses or severance, reviewing accuracy of federal and state income related tax calculations, and reconciling payroll deposits, tax withholdings, wage garnishments, etc.
- Prepare reports of employee earnings, taxes, deductions, and employer’s contribution for social security and unemployment
Client Service
- Establish strong and trusted client relationships by effectively consulting with clients on all payroll related matters
- Maintain confidence of employee data by keeping all information confidential
- Accurately convey detailed information in both written and verbal format
- Provide technical software support to clients
- Identify and accurately capture out of scope work
- Identify new opportunities to expand services to clients
Implementation & Technology
- Be an additional resource to the implementation team when needed
- Interviews clients to gain understanding of payroll needs
- Manage new client implementation projects, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction
- Train clients on payroll processes as necessary
Individual and Team Development
- Be a resource to new hires and/or less experienced staff as it relates to clients, software, payroll, and/or processes
- Provide honest feedback to new hires/less experienced staff in a timely manner
- Help build team capabilities and knowledge by sharing insights and lessons learned
- Research and maintain product knowledge on ADP software platforms
- Maintain current knowledge of local, state, and federal practices and laws
Qualifications
- 01- years of payroll experience
- Associate degree preferred
- Experience with ADP software platforms desirable
- Working knowledge of Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Highly detail oriented and focused on accuracy
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Strong adaptability and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to effectively work in a deadline driven environment serving multiple clients
- Ability to provide exceptional client service
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; appropriately and professionally communicates with all levels
- Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly
Ability to learn from experiences and integrate new knowledge and skills into daily work and share with colleagues as appropriate
The compensation range for this role is $21.50 to $41.00. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Payroll Analyst
Target large employers with dedicated payroll teams
Companies with 500 or more employees are far more likely to have the legal infrastructure and budget to sponsor visas. Smaller firms often lack the HR capacity to manage H-1B or E-3 petitions for payroll hires.
Emphasize your accounting or finance degree clearly
Payroll Analyst qualifications for H-1B specialty occupation require a directly related degree. Accounting, finance, or business administration degrees are the strongest fit. Ambiguous degree titles can invite USCIS scrutiny during petition review.
Highlight systems expertise in your resume
Proficiency in payroll platforms like Workday, ADP, or SAP strengthens your case. Employers sponsoring visas want candidates who reduce onboarding time, and technical skills make the specialty occupation argument easier to support.
Australian citizens should prioritize the E-3 visa
The E-3 has no lottery and far less competition than the H-1B. For Australians in payroll roles, it offers a faster, more predictable path to U.S. employment authorization that employers can file year-round.
Get familiar with the LCA process before interviews
Employers must file a Labor Condition Application before sponsoring an H-1B or E-3. Knowing this process signals seriousness to hiring managers and helps you answer sponsorship timeline questions confidently during interviews.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Not every company that posts a Payroll Analyst role is willing to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters for employers with active sponsorship history, saving you time and reducing the frustration of applying to roles that won't work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Payroll Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes, but it depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS expects the position to normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, such as accounting, finance, or human resources. Payroll Analyst roles that include tax compliance, multi-state payroll processing, or system configuration are stronger candidates than entry-level data entry positions. The employer's job description does most of the work here.
What degree do I need to get sponsored as a Payroll Analyst?
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or human resources is the standard expectation. Degrees in information systems can also qualify if the role involves payroll software implementation or data analysis. A general business degree without a clear payroll or finance concentration may face more scrutiny. If your degree field is adjacent, relevant certifications like the Fundamental Payroll Certification can help reinforce your qualifications.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor Payroll Analysts?
Large employers in healthcare, financial services, technology, and retail tend to sponsor the most Payroll Analyst roles, because they run complex, high-volume payroll operations that justify the investment. Companies using enterprise platforms like Workday or SAP often prefer experienced candidates regardless of visa status. You can browse sponsoring employers directly on Migrate Mate, which filters job listings by sponsorship history.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances as a Payroll Analyst?
The H-1B lottery applies to all cap-subject petitions regardless of job title. In recent years, selection rates have been around 25%, which means even a strong application may not be selected. One way around this is cap-exempt employers, such as universities and nonprofit research institutions, which can sponsor H-1B visa workers outside the lottery. Australian citizens have a significant advantage here because the E-3 visa bypasses the lottery entirely.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Payroll Analyst role at a different employer?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 and LCA specific to your new role. If your title or responsibilities change significantly, the specialty occupation argument may need to be rebuilt in the new petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Payroll Analyst jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.