Payroll Tax and Compliance Analyst

Pay Tax Analyst position with PURIS, the largest independent trenchless rehabilitation provider in North America, supporting 900+ employees.

PURIS operates across North America delivering trenchless renewal solutions in the water, wastewater and stormwater markets. Our environmentally friendly solutions work within existing infrastructure to save time, minimize environmental impact, and reduce community disruptions. With a broad toolbox of technologies, PURIS provides the RIGHT solution for each project.

The Payroll Tax and Compliance Analyst ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of all payroll tax activities across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. This role manages payroll tax filings, reconciliations, audits, and reporting while maintaining compliance with ever‑changing tax laws and regulations. The analyst partners closely with payroll, finance, and HR teams to ensure payroll tax accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support continuous process improvement.

• Oversee all federal, state, and local payroll tax filings.
• Assist with multi‑state payroll for more than 1,000 employees.
• Prepare, review, and reconcile payroll tax filings and payments.
• Research and resolve payroll tax discrepancies, notices, and audits from taxing authorities.
• Maintain compliance with all payroll‑related tax laws, wage and hour regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Support year‑end activities including W‑2, W‑2C, and 1099 reconciliation and distribution.
• Manage system configurations related to tax setup in ADP.
• Collaborate with payroll and accounting teams to record and reconcile tax liabilities to the general ledger.
• Monitor legislative changes impacting payroll taxation and recommend updates to policies or procedures.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Assist in process improvement initiatives and implementation of new systems or tools.
• Serve as the main contact for external payroll tax vendors, government agencies, and auditors.
• Optimize payroll and tax processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, human resources, or equivalent (required).
• 3+ years of experience in payroll tax administration or compliance.
• 3+ years of overall payroll experience in a similar size organization.
• 2+ years of direct ADP Workforce Now payroll experience.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple projects.
• Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, and MS Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license required.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, Rx, dental, vision, critical illness and accident insurance, and short‑term disability.
• Company‑paid benefits:
  Life insurance, long‑term disability, employee assistance program.
• Bonus program.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 (Montgomery, TX). Full‑time, Mid‑Senior level.