Sr. Payroll Tax Analyst (Location Flexible)

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At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. Become a valued part of the team that’s shaping the future of aluminum, revolutionizing the way the world lives, builds, moves and flies. Be part of it and shape your world.

About the role:

We’re looking for a Sr. Payroll Tax Analyst who thrives on precision, compliance, and problem-solving. This position is responsible for working directly with our payroll outsourcer, Strada, to ensure accurate payroll taxation for Alcoa’s US employee population, as well as some support to non-US based expatriate employees whose payroll is administered by Strada.

In this role, you’ll be the go-to expert ensuring payroll tax regulatory compliance across multiple states, while partnering with internal teams and vendors to deliver seamless payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as an internal consultant and subject matter expert for payroll tax compliance.
• Complete payroll account reconciliations that pertain to payroll.
• Prepare and post general ledger entries and resolve error reports.
• Manage filings for payroll-related taxes and review vendor-prepared tax reports.
• Request, test and approve payroll tax setups in Workday (WD).
• Collaborate with vendors on unemployment insurance rates and file requests for new tax IDs as needed.
• Play a key role in year-end payroll processing and W-2 preparation.
• Partner with Global Mobility on expatriate pay issues.
• Work closely with corporate Tax and payroll teams to resolve complex payroll tax issues.

What you can bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of payroll-related experience and 2+ years in payroll tax withholding and filing.
• Hands-on experience with Workday preferred, but not required.
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas , look-ups, pivot tables) is a must
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs.
• 401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period)
• Healthcare benefits: medical, Rx, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account (generous employer contribution), life and accident insurance
• Work-life balance programs: flexible work scheduling, hybrid/remote working
• Paid time off: 15 vacation days prorated in the 1st year based on hire date, 12 paid holidays, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave up to 40 days, up to 5 bereavement days, maximum of 30 jury duty days, and up to 10 days annual training for military leave

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Base salary: $74,500 - $99,500 USD annually Total rewards packages listed, including base salary and bonus eligibility, applies to US based applicants only. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on a range of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies in conjunction with multiple components of the Employee Total Rewards Package. Alcoa reserves the right to change plans at its discretion.

About the Location

Recognized as an industry pioneer, Alcoa has established itself as an international company with operations across six continents. Alcoa’s U.S. portfolio includes Alcoa's corporate headquarters, Alcoa's Technology Center, two smelters, and a calcined coke plant. While some roles are based on-site, Alcoa also offers a flexible working model for certain positions. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person’s gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate.

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This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!

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Application close date is: 2 February 2026, however Alcoa reserves the right to change this date at its discretion.