Overview
The Senior Payroll Tax Services Representative acts as a subject matter expert and primary contact for clients managing complex payroll tax compliance. This role oversees end-to-end payroll tax processing, reconciliation, and filing across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations. The position also involves mentoring junior team members and collaborating cross-functionally to provide excellent client service.
Responsibilities
- Manage and process payroll tax filings across federal, state, and local jurisdictions with accuracy and timely delivery.
- Research and interpret payroll tax regulations, stay updated on legislative changes, and advise clients accordingly.
- Perform tax account reconciliations, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues promptly.
- Respond to tax agency notices, conduct root-cause analysis, and coordinate client responses.
- Serve as an escalation resource for junior representatives on complex payroll tax matters.
- Collaborate with internal teams such as implementation, support, and product to address client concerns.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of payroll tax processing experience with demonstrated knowledge of multi-state compliance.
- Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and filing requirements.
- Experience working directly with tax agencies on notices, audits, or reconciliations.
- Proficiency with payroll software platforms; experience with Greenshades or similar SaaS solutions is a plus.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex tax concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred; Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) strongly preferred.