Payroll Operations & Payroll Tax Specialist

The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeart

Media,
the number one audio company in America
, reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have:

• More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;

• We’re the largest podcast publisher
  , with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;

• iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers
  , who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;

• We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeart
  
  Radio Music Festival, the iHeart
  
  Radio Music Awards, the iHeart
  
  Country Festival, iHeart
  
  Radio Fiesta Latina and the iHeart
  
  Radio Jingle Ball Tour;

• iHeart
  
  Radio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;

• Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and

• We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio
  , from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.

Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.

Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeart

Media!

If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeart

Media we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!

We are seeking a highly motivated Payroll Operations & Payroll Tax Specialist to join our payroll team. This unique role will split responsibilities between Payroll Operations and Payroll Tax, providing support across both functions daily.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and eager to learn established processes while working collaboratively with a tenured team. This position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable managing changing priorities, and values accuracy, teamwork, and continuous learning.

This role requires an individual who can effectively balance responsibilities across Payroll Operations and Payroll Tax throughout the day. The successful candidate must be comfortable shifting between payroll processing, employee support, tax compliance activities, vendor coordination, and issue resolution while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Success in this role begins with understanding and executing current processes, building strong relationships, and becoming a trusted member of the team. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and expanded responsibilities as business needs evolve.

Payroll Operations

• Support end-to-end payroll processing activities.
• Review payroll data for accuracy and compliance.
• Audit payroll reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Process adjustments, corrections, and off-cycle payroll requests.
• Assist with payroll inquiries from employees and internal partners.
• Support payroll balancing and reconciliation activities.
• Maintain payroll documentation and process controls.

Payroll Tax:

• Su…