Concert Health is a mission-driven behavioral health medical group delivering evidence-based care through primary care partnerships across the country. As the nation’s leading provider of Collaborative Care, we’ve supported nearly 120,000 patients—and we continue to advance the model through research, innovation, and a commitment to clinical excellence.

The Payroll and Tax Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, and maintaining high standards of internal controls. This position will collaborate cross-functionally with HR and Finance to support Concert Health’s growing team across multiple states.

This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about getting the numbers right—especially when it comes to supporting the people behind them.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Operations

• Process bi-weekly payroll for a multi-state workforce, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain payroll records, audit timesheets, resolve discrepancies, and implement necessary corrections.
• Manage payroll updates related to new hires, terminations, promotions, bonuses, and benefits deductions.
• Coordinate with HR on employee changes, benefits integrations, and PTO policies.

Tax Compliance

• Ensure accurate calculation and timely filing of all federal, state, and local payroll taxes.
• Liaison to state and local tax agencies for compliance and issue resolution.
• Monitor tax law changes and assess impact on payroll/tax practices.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant state registrations as Concert expands into new geographies.
• Support year-end tax reporting including W-2s and 1099s.

Accounting and Reporting

• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts on a regular basis.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities related to payroll and taxes.
• Prepare payroll journal entries and provide reporting to Finance as needed.
• Assist with audits (financial, tax, and compliance) by preparing necessary documentation.
• Support the Finance department with additional accounting and finance related ad hoc tasks.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Help maintain and optimize payroll systems (Rippling).
• Recommend and implement process improvements for accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures related to payroll and tax.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in payroll processing and tax accounting; multi-state experience strongly required.
• CPA or CPP certification is a plus, but not required.
• Solid understanding of payroll and tax regulations at federal, state, and local levels.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and accounting software.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working in a remote or high-growth environment a plus.

Core Competencies:

• Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive employee and company information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Organized and deadline-oriented, with the ability to prioritize competing tasks.
• Collaborative and adaptable mindset—aligned with Concert’s values and mission.

Schedule:

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Remote position with occasional travel (up to 10%).

What We Offer:

• $60,000-$75,000 based on experience and geographic location
• Fully remote work environment
• A supportive and inclusive culture
• Excellent benefits package
• 401K, 14 paid holidays (8, plus 6 floating), PTO, sick time, and more

Come As You Are - You Are Welcome Here

Concert Health is a diverse and inclusive Equal Opportunity Employer; we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind in our culture. We are dedicated to providing a safe, equitable, respectful, and supportive work environment to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetics, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of work, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All Concert Health employees are expected to comply with this policy. If you share our vision and are good at what you do, come as you are. You are welcome here.