Manager Payroll Tax

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually.

In addition, the Company features the original production, Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at.

The Payroll Tax Manager is responsible for the strategic oversight and operational management of all payroll tax activities across multiple states. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations while partnering closely with Payroll, HR, Accounting, and external vendors. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience with ADP Smart Compliance and Oracle Fusion, and thrives in a fast-paced, multi-jurisdictional environment.

• Ensure compliance with multi-state and local tax regulations
• Monitor tax law changes and assess impact to payroll operations
• Manage W-2 processing and year-end tax activities
• Review quarterly and annual reconciliations (941, 940, state returns, etc.)
• Oversee tax account registrations and agency correspondence
• Manage integration and data flow between Oracle Fusion, HCM/Payroll, and ADP
• Partner with HRIS/IT on system enhancements, updates, and testing
• Identify automation and process improvement opportunities
• Manage payroll tax audits and agency notices
• Lead resolution of tax discrepancies and agency inquiries
• Perform internal controls reviews and compliance testing
• Ensure proper documentation and SOX compliance
• Partner with Accounting and Treasury for payroll tax accruals and GL reconciliation

• Experience in Cloud payroll, tax processing and reporting expertise
• BA/BS degree in accounting/finance or equivalent work experience
• Working knowledge of Oracle HCM or Oracle Fusion
• Knowledge of payroll principles and best practices
• Advanced knowledge of payroll tax at the federal, state and local levels
• Extensive experience using ADP Smart Compliance
• Advanced proficiency using Excel
• Collaborative in nature
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Extremely detail oriented
• A passion for customer service and bringing that to life within the function

$83,000—$150,000 USD

We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, MSG complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.