US LBM Payroll Tax Accountant

Overview

This role involves managing all payroll tax activities to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The Payroll Tax Accountant will review payroll tax returns, verify tax liability calculations, respond to inquiries from employees and regulatory agencies, research tax laws and payroll withholding procedures, and prepare budgets, projections, and reports for senior management.

Responsibilities

• Research and advise Payroll Auditor and Director of Payroll on tax compliance, registrations, and rejected filings
• Review local, state, and federal payroll tax returns
• Review calculations and reporting of tax liabilities
• Address notifications of rejected banking items and coordinate resolution
• Prepare audit materials and schedules
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related experience
• Minimum of 5 years of payroll and payroll tax experience
• Basic accounting experience
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Strong computer proficiency
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of general accounting principles

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or American Payroll Association (APA) certification preferred upon hire
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred upon hire

Additional Information

• Must comply with all company policies and standards
• Commitment to workplace safety is required

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.