Senior Payroll Tax Specialist

Role :
Sr. Payroll/Payroll Tax Specialist

Duration : 6 months (potential temp to hire for right candidate)

Tax Compliance and Filing and Reconciling - overseeing and managing all aspects of multi-state and international payroll tax compliance, reporting, and reconciliation. This role ensures accuracy, resolves complex tax issues, and stays current with ever-changing regulations

• Research and Analysis Staying abreast of new and changing tax legislation and compliance requirements, and implementing necessary updates to payroll systems and procedures.
• Issue Resolution and Auditing tax related matters and W2's.
• Calculating and processing retroactive tax adjustments and filing amendments (W-2c's) as needed.
• Identifying areas for process improvements and leveraging technology to enhance payroll tax efficiency and data management.
• Colabration with cross functioning teams ensuring accurate processing and compliance.
• Accurate and Timely Tax Filings:
  Confirmed submission of all required federal, state, and local tax filings by statutory deadlines.
• Reconciled Accounts:
  Fully reconciled payroll general ledger accounts and tax liability accounts on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Audit Documentation:
  Comprehensive and organized documentation readily available for internal, external, and government audits.
• Resolved Agency Notices:
  Timely and complete resolution of all tax agency notices and penalties.
• Updated Systems/Procedures:
  Implemented changes in payroll software/systems and documented standard operating procedures (SOPs) reflecting current legislative requirements.
• Year-End Forms:
  Verified and distributed year-end tax statements (W-2s, etc.) accurately and on schedule.

Education :
Bachelors in Finance/Accounting if not Associates with 5 years of experience in Payroll Tax or CPP/FPC Certification.