Payroll Tax Specialist

CBIZ

Payroll Tax Specialist ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations at CBIZ. Assist clients with payroll tax payments and resolve tax notices efficiently.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRoanoke • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $21 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll tax compliance, including preparation and filing of federal, state, and local payroll tax returns. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in managing payroll records and resolving tax-related issues.

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Payroll Tax ComplianceFederal, State, And Local Tax ReturnsData Entry And ReconciliationCustomer Relation SkillsAttention To Detail

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Hard Skills

Payroll Tax PreparationTax Regulations KnowledgeData Input AccuracyAudit PreparationRecord Examination

Soft Skills

Verbal And Written CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Payroll SoftwareTax Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Internal ControlsComplianceCustomer ServiceEfficiency Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure all internal controls and procedures are followed for accuracy and compliance
Assist internal and external clients with requests and problems in a timely manner
Manage email correspondence
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll tax rules and regulations to ensure compliance
Prepare payroll tax payments for daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly depositors
File all federal, state, and local payroll tax returns in accordance with agency specific requirements
Enter and update account numbers, unemployment rates, and deposit frequencies in both the payroll and tax system
Reconciling prior to service payroll tax data for new customer to ensure we’ve loaded history correctly
Resolve payroll tax notices with federal, state, and local tax agencies
Audit preparation (year-end)
Examine payroll records to ensure proper recording of tax transactions
Identify, test, and support department efficiency-related processes and improvements
Input data into software within required deadlines accurately
Additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Acute detail and accuracy skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
Excellent customer relation skills
Proficient use of applicable technology
Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and pay close attention to detail on many, varied tasks

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Ensure all internal controls and procedures are followed for accuracy and compliance
Assist internal and external clients with requests and problems in a timely manner
Manage email correspondence
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll tax rules and regulations to ensure compliance
Prepare payroll tax payments for daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly depositors
File all federal, state, and local payroll tax returns in accordance with agency specific requirements
Enter and update account numbers, unemployment rates, and deposit frequencies in both the payroll and tax system
Reconciling prior to service payroll tax data for new customer to ensure we’ve loaded history correctly
Resolve payroll tax notices with federal, state, and local tax agencies
Audit preparation (year-end)
Examine payroll records to ensure proper recording of tax transactions
Identify, test, and support department efficiency-related processes and improvements
Input data into software within required deadlines accurately
Additional responsibilities as assigned 🎯 Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Acute detail and accuracy skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
Excellent customer relation skills
Proficient use of applicable technology
Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
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