Overview
This role involves managing payroll operations and providing tax consultation services to clients, including developing tax strategies and policies that support client operations and transactions. The Payroll Manager also leads internal and external training sessions to support the development of tax staff and senior accountants.
- Job Title: Payroll Manager
- Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hrs) / Exempt
- Compensation (Salary Range): $90,000 - $100,000
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review 1040 tax returns and other tax forms
- Prepare and review tax equalization calculations
- Respond to tax notices and act as the client representative with tax authorities
- Conduct gross-up computations for expatriates
- Maintain payroll operations by collecting and entering data and reviewing payroll reporting
- Work with clients to develop tax-efficient solutions that address clients’ business needs
- Expand tax knowledge and stay current with the latest tax regulations
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in Accounting, or a tax concentration within an accounting program from an accredited college/university
- 5+ years of individual income tax / payroll experience
- CPA / EA license required
- Strong tax accounting and analytical skills
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in tax accounting software, Excel, and Word
- Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and set daily, weekly, and monthly priorities
- Detail-oriented with a strong level of accuracy in reporting and communication
- 2-3 years of experience processing payroll through ADP product
- Full proficiency with CCH tax program
- Business-level proficiency in English required; dual business-level proficiency in Japanese preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Teleworking
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid sick and vacation time
- Paid volunteer time off / Matching Donations
- Referral bonus program
- CPA/EA license incentives and professional membership reimbursements
Note: Benefits may vary depending on specific employment terms