Payroll Tax Manager

Payroll Tax Manager

Payroll Tax Manager position is responsible for various federal and state tax compliance and related tax research associated with the PEO/ASO industry. As a payroll tax specialist, this position verifies 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 accounts, divisions, or business units.
• Assists in the preparation and distribution of tax forms.
• Answers questions and researches discrepancies.
• Researches, interprets, and understands existing or revised tax codes, laws, or forms.
• Modifies work procedures to reflect changes in tax law or code.
• Notifies leadership of regulatory updates and proposes and implements required changes.
• Resolves escalated issues with clients or internal departments.
• Works with outside services to make and monitor tax deposits.
• Monitors and certifies all filings of returns on quarterly and annual basis. Handles annual W2 balancing and coordinates with outside service for the printing and mailing of W2s.

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of payroll tax and the regulatory environment, including federal, multi-state, and local tax regulations.
• Ability to read, understand, and analyze highly complex regulatory payroll tax information.
• Interpret and analyze complex data, make determinations independently, and ensure payroll taxes are appropriately processed.
• Work with Payroll and Implementation teams to ensure proper setup and use of payroll taxes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to a fast‑paced environment.
• Advanced skills in Excel and understanding of database reporting.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and possess strong customer service skills.
• Ability to lead an outside service team and supervise complex projects.
• Minimum of three years Payroll Tax experience.
• Experience in multi‑state tax environment preferred.
• PEO or related industry experience required.
• Hands‑on tax return processing experience required.
• Knowledge of multi‑state payroll, federal, state, and local wage laws required.
• Master Tax and Prism/HRP experience required. Certified Payroll Professional.

In Office (Park Ridge, NJ)

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Human Resources