Payroll Tax Accountant/Analyst

Role and Responsibilities

• Reconcile payroll tax accounts and resolve any discrepancies or issues in collaboration with payroll and finance teams.
• Prepare and file accurate federal, state, and local 940/941 amendments and initiate W-2Cs if necessary.
• Monitor changes in payroll tax legislation and implement necessary adjustments to payroll processes and reporting.
• Cook with external auditors and tax authorities during audits and inquiries related to payroll taxes.
• Maintain detailed documentation of payroll tax filings, payments, and correspondence for audit readiness.
• Analyze payroll tax data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Support the payroll department in ensuring timely and accurate payroll tax deposits and reporting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in payroll tax accounting or payroll tax compliance.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and filing requirements.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and tax filing software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems, ADP preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis.
• Experience managing payroll tax audits and working with tax authorities.

Skills

• Utilizes expertise in tax regulations and accounting principles daily to ensure compliance and accuracy in payroll tax filings.
• Essential for reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and preparing amendments to resolve.
• Facilitates effective collaboration with payroll teams, auditors, and tax agencies to resolve issues and streamline processes.
• Enables efficient preparation and submission of tax returns through proficiency in payroll and tax software.
• Supports detailed data analysis and reporting through advanced Excel skills.
• Enhances ability to create or adapt internal payroll tax workflows through knowledge of HRIS systems.

Compensation Details

65000-80000 Yearly Salary