Payroll Tax Administration

Pay Rate: $24-$25/hour

Duration: 4-Month Contract

Location: Hybrid – San Diego, CA (Up to 3 Days Onsite Per Week)

We are seeking an experienced Tax Administrator to support a Payroll Tax team on a short-term contract assignment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong administrative skills, payroll tax knowledge, and the ability to confidently communicate with internal stakeholders and government agencies.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting payroll tax operations, conducting research, resolving tax-related inquiries, and assisting with account maintenance activities. This position requires a combination of strong organizational abilities, critical thinking skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Research and investigate state payroll tax issues and inquiries.
• Communicate with state and local tax agencies via phone, email, and online portals.
• Assist with payroll tax account updates and maintenance activities.
• Process account changes, including business address updates, ownership changes, and account registrations.
• Review and manage payroll tax account access with state agencies.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain supporting documentation for tax-related activities.
• Track and monitor outstanding tax matters and ensure timely follow-up.
• Maintain electronic records and reporting systems for payroll tax accounts.
• Support payroll tax compliance efforts by following established procedures and processes.
• Escalate discrepancies, issues, or unresolved agency matters when appropriate.
• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Payroll Tax team.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
• Assist with special projects and additional payroll tax initiatives as needed.

• Intermediate-level professional experience in an administrative, payroll, tax, accounting, or related support role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact confidently with stakeholders and external agencies.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify solutions and follow processes effectively.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience with payroll tax administration.
• Experience with state payroll tax processes and compliance.
• Previous experience working with tax agencies or government entities.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience maintaining tax accounts and processing account updates.

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Compensation for roles at Suna Solutions varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to the specific client, office or remote location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, Suna Solutions provides a reasonable pay scale to include the hourly or salary range that Suna Solutions reasonably expects to pay for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York City or Washington as set forth below.