Professional I, Payroll Tax

Overview

This role is an individual contributor position focused on evaluating, analyzing, and auditing payroll programs to support payroll tax compliance. The position collaborates with government entities and internal departments to ensure compliance with tax regulations, pension plans, and payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile payroll taxes after each pay period
• Review statutory tax correspondence
• Review and monitor tax filings and associated notices
• Collaborate with Finance on changes affecting payroll tax accruals and resolve related issues
• Collaborate with Payroll Specialists and HRIS to create and maintain tax-related reporting within Workday
• Create and maintain specialized tax reports and forms within third-party tax vendor software
• Reconcile payroll taxes, cash activity, and third-party tax vendor reports
• Collaborate with Finance on preparation of payroll tax-related journal entries
• Review tax filings, including but not limited to 941s and W-2s
• Represent the Payroll Tax team on special projects and research related to payroll tax compliance
• Maintain relationships with third-party tax vendors
• Address payroll tax exceptions and issues with Payroll Managers and third-party tax vendors
• Gather and report requested payroll-related data to internal and external customers
• Audit employee work and residential addresses to ensure appropriate tax withholdings
• Assist with implementing processes to improve operational efficiency

Requirements

• 3 to 4 years of experience with payroll tax and compliance matters
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from a four-year college or university preferred
• Workday experience required
• Must be able to create and reconcile spreadsheets for payroll and tax-related data
• Strong reconciliation skills and detail orientation
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Experience preparing periodic tax forms and tax filings
• Must be able to communicate effectively and constructively with management, coworkers, and external vendors and government agencies
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information to internal and external partners
• Demonstrated ability to partner with peers and management in organizing and prioritizing projects in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Enrolled Agent designation
• ADP SmartCompliance experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $67k- $75k
• Incentives that align with individual and company performance
• Actual salaries vary based on work location, qualifications, skills, education, experience, and competencies
• Benefits for eligible employees may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Comprehensive employee assistance program
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Paid learning days

Location

• Must reside in the United States or have a valid U.S. address for residence.
• In accordance with federal law, only applicants who are legally authorized to work in the United States will be considered for this position.

Application Details

• Application deadline: August 25, 2026

Additional Information

• Background screening and identity verification may be required as permitted by applicable law and consistent with the requirements of the role.
• The organization may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and/or assessment of job applicants, including evaluating resumes and applications.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Regularly required to operate a computer, keyboard, telephone/headset, and/or other office equipment as essential functions of this position
• Work is generally sedentary in nature

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

• The employer is an equal opportunity and affirmative action (EEO-AA) employer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be available for candidates with disabilities during the application or interview process.