Payroll Tax Analyst

Overview

This organization is seeking a temporary Payroll Tax Analyst to support Payroll department operations. The expected length of employment for this position is 6 months.

The ideal candidate can manage multiple priorities, has a strong sense of organization, brings expert knowledge of US payroll taxes, and can work both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll taxes in approximately 21 states for 3 FEINs
• Optimize current payroll software (ADP Workforce Now with Smart Compliance) to review, track, and maintain agency communications
• Set up new jurisdictions and register jurisdictions with ADP for processing
• Resolve ongoing tax issues with agencies
• Analyze payroll data and prepare tax reports as necessary
• Administer agency user access and company website access
• Standardize processes, identify process improvement opportunities, and organize large volumes of documentation
• Reconcile prior quarter/year filings with ADP to ensure compliance, as needed
• Support amendment processing, Year End processing, and preparation for the new year
• Support the Payroll Department with best practices using up-to-date tax knowledge
• Communicate with Payroll/HR, business partners, and management
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3 years of experience
• Expert knowledge of multi-state taxation, compliance, and payroll reporting
• Experience with ADP Smart Compliance, ADP Service Requests, and working with ADP representatives
• Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups) and knowledge of standard software including Outlook, Word, and Adobe Acrobat
• Flexibility and ability to multi-task
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly detail-oriented and curious

Compensation & Benefits

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Location

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