Payroll Specialist

Job Description Summary

The Payroll Specialist (Hybrid – Minimum One Day in Office per Week) is responsible for overseeing payroll processing and managing tax-related functions within the organization. This role includes payroll preparation and tax compliance, processing payroll, verifying data, reconciling records, and ensuring adherence to tax regulations. The Payroll Specialist will also prepare and file tax returns, analyze financial data, and stay current on relevant tax legislation to ensure compliance.

• Prepare and process payroll and associated information.
• Collate, verify, and input payroll data into the payroll system.
• Update payroll records and process routine changes to employee records.
• Reconcile quarterly and annual payroll tax statements and other required reports for local, state, and federal levels.
• Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting and financial records to prepare payroll tax reports and provide recommendations.
• Determine and calculate payroll tax implications and develop strategies for minimizing tax liability.
• Stay current on federal, state, and local payroll tax legislation to ensure compliance.
• Prepare paperwork and documentation for payroll tax submissions.
• Perform basic reconciliation and auditing processes during each pay cycle.
• Respond to pay‑related inquiries from staff and resolve errors or omissions.
• Prepare and submit required reports and forms to IRS and other regulatory bodies.
• Provide support and recommendations for payroll and tax-related issues as needed.
• Follow all processing procedures and adhere to company policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll and tax information.

• Proficient in payroll processing and tax reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial records.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Proficiency in relevant payroll and accounting software.
• Proficient with Workday Payroll and ADP Smart Compliance.

Bachelor’s degree required; may be substituted with two years of related experience for each year of education.

Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in payroll and tax functions.

Fusion Connect is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Fusion Connect makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.