Senior Payroll Tax Specialist - GA

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Vensure Employer Solutions is the largest privately held organization in the HR technology and service sector, providing a comprehensive portfolio of solutions, including HR/HCM technology, managed services, and global business process outsourcing (BPO). The company and its service providers collectively serve over 95,000 businesses and process over $135B in annual payroll. As a "One Employer Solution" headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Vensure helps thousands of businesses streamline and grow their operations with custom strategies that benefit both employers and employees.

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Senior Payroll Tax Specialist position is responsible for various federal and state tax compliance and related tax research associated with the PEO industry. As a Senior Specialist this position works to verify accuracy and timeliness related to the payroll tax function to ensure compliance with laws and regulations including organizational policies and procedures.

• Prepares or reviews a variety of tax related documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable guidelines and regulations.
• Performs tax reconciliations and determines liability for account, divisions, or business units.
• Assists in the preparation and distribution of tax forms.
• Answers questions and researches discrepancies.
• Research, interpret, and understand existing or revised tax codes, laws, or forms.
• Modifies work procedures to reflect changes in tax law or code.
• Notify leadership of regulatory updates and propose and implement required changes.
• Resolve escalated issues with clients or internal departments.

• A thorough knowledge and understanding of payroll tax and the regulatory environment, which includes federal, multi-state, and local tax regulations.
• The ability to read, understand, and analyze highly complex regulatory payroll tax information.
• Interpret and analyze complex data, make determinations free from immediate direction, and ensure that payroll taxes are appropriately processed.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and adapt to a fast‑paced environment.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively and possess strong customer service skills.

• Minimum of three years multi‑state, multi‑jurisdiction and high‑volume Payroll Tax experience.
• Minimum of one year of recent Senior, Lead or Supervisor experience required.
• PEO or related industry experience preferred.
• Hands‑on tax return processing experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of multi‑state payroll, federal, state and local wage laws required.
• Master Tax and Prism/HRP experience preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification or Fundamentals of Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred.

• None.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work:
  Primarily involves sitting for extended periods, often at a desk or computer.
• Manual Dexterity:
  Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Mobility:
  Ability to travel occasionally for meetings, events and partner visits. Occasional walking or traversing throughout the office to meet with leaders and other employees.
• Visual Acuity:
  Ability to read and analyze data on a computer screen (or to read and analyze data with reasonable accommodation) and in printed materials.
• Lifting & Carrying:
  Minimal physical lifting required, but may involve handling documents, and lifting light office supplies.

Mental Demands

• Attention to Detail:
  High level strategic thinking combined with attention to operational detail.
• Problem‑Solving:
  Strong problem‑solving skills with a focus on scalability and efficiency.
• Multitasking:
  Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Decision‑Making:
  Sound judgement and decision‑making in ambiguous or complex situations.
• Adaptability:
  Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and partner needs.
• Stress Management:
  Resilience under pressure and adaptability to shifting business…