People Services US Payroll Tax Analyst

About the role

The NA Payroll Tax Analyst position is involved in all aspects of U.S. Payroll tax compliance. In this position you are responsible for assisting in the preparation and timely filing of the company’s U.S. federal consolidated returns and state, and local payroll tax returns. In addition, responsibilities will include the preparation and management of the federal/state tax estimate and extension process, develop responses to state and local tax notices, and assist with federal and state tax audits which will include compiling documentation, reports and/or analytics. This position requires full working knowledge of multi-state payroll tax rules, an ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where attention to detail, analytical skills and strong communication skills are essential.

Main Responsibilities

• Researching transaction tax issues, investigating employee tax inquires and responding with appropriate actions
• Interpreting and complying with state, local, and international statutes, regulations, and legislation
• Preparing for, and assisting with, internal and external tax audits
• Preparing and/or reviewing indirect tax filings
• Prepare quarterly tax fillings for Puerto Rico Chauffer’s Tax
• Quarter Tax Filing Reconciliation in accordance with ADP deadlines
• Providing guidance based on research of new transaction tax laws and regulations
• Developing and implementing process improvements
• Other payroll related responsibilities, such as auditing payroll trials, RSU pre-funding, workman’s comp audits, stock purchase program
• General payroll processing, including auditing, case management, escalated issue handling and payroll file creation/submission
• Completing the year end audit of W2 files as well as appropriate W2C’s and amended returns as necessary
• Assisting with the processing of the global mobility employees to ensure accurate tax set ups are audited and completed

About You

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in accounting or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years payroll accounting/tax experience
• Extensive experience with Payroll tax processing and Federal, State and Local tax laws
• Strong experience with Payroll tax preparation software (ADP/Smart Compliance)
• Ability to communicate with Federal, State and Local taxing authorities
• High level of technical skills – Advanced MS Excel required
• Solid reconciliation and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills & attention to detail
• Strong communication skills - both oral and written
• Team-player, customer-centric attitude

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in accounting or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years payroll accounting/tax experience
• Extensive experience with Payroll tax processing and Federal, State and Local tax laws
• Strong experience with Payroll tax preparation software (ADP/Smart Compliance)
• Ability to communicate with Federal, State and Local taxing authorities
• High level of technical skills – Advanced MS Excel required
• Solid reconciliation and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills & attention to detail
• Strong communication skills - both oral and written
• Team-player, customer-centric attitude

Benefits

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay

Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.

Schedule

Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.