
Payroll Tax Specialist
A.E. Perkins
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Texas • United States
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Salary
💰 $60,000 - $65,000 per year
About the role
- Maintain accurate tax records, preparing local, state, and federal tax returns, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations for Workforce Go! clients.
- Establish and manage tax filing accounts, acting as the main point of contact for both federal and state tax agencies.
- Review, validate, and adjust payroll tax documents and reports for accuracy, applying approved procedures to resolve discrepancies.
- Investigate complex payroll tax issues, providing guidance to colleagues and clients.
- Manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting, as well as end-of-year tasks including W-2/W-3 processing.
- Oversee tax funding activities for clients, resolving reconciliation items to maintain timely and accurate payments.
- Maintain and continuously improve payroll tax policies, procedures, and documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Payroll Tax Expertise: 1-2 years of experience in the tax field or 4+ years directly related to payroll tax in a corporate or service provider environment.
- System Knowledge: Experience with Master Tax or similar payroll tax systems preferred.
- Certifications: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
- Communication & Professionalism: Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information clearly, both written and verbal, with a focus on professionalism and client satisfaction.
- Time Management & Multi-tasking: Skilled in managing multiple priorities effectively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong analytical skills for evaluating information, solving intricate payroll tax issues, and offering data-driven recommendations.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other business software, as well as industry-specific systems (e.g., Master Tax preferred).
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within a team, effectively communicating insights and solutions to support both internal stakeholders and clients.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- LegalShield
- ID Shield
- Commuter Reimbursement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Bonus Pay - This position falls under our “Corporate Bonus Plan” which entitles you to a potential bonus payout of up to 10% of your annual salary as an annual bonus, if offered employment.
- Wellable membership
- Telescope Health (telehealth) through Accresa
- Intellect (mental health) application
- Employee engagement activities, including voluntary events, raffles, book club, and more!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
tax record maintenancetax return preparationpayroll tax document reviewpayroll tax issue investigationW-2 processingW-3 processingtax compliancedata analysisproblem-solvingtime management
Soft Skills
communicationprofessionalismmulti-taskinganalytical skillsteam collaboration
Certifications
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)