Senior Manager – Payroll Tax Services

Consumer Direct Care Network

Senior Manager leading multi-state payroll tax operations for CDCN, a home- and community-based care provider. Overseeing compliance, filings, audits, teams, and process improvements.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $128,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of payroll tax regulations and compliance, with a strong focus on leadership, team development, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to analyze complex payroll tax matters and implement process improvements while maintaining high standards of integrity and professionalism.

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5+ Years Leadership ExperiencePayroll Tax Regulations ExpertiseADP MasterTax ExperienceCPP, CPA, Or Equivalent CertificationStrong Analytical And Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Payroll Tax ReconciliationTax DepositsQuarterly And Annual FilingsW-2 ReportingInternal Revenue Code KnowledgeFEA ProcessingDifficulty Of Care ExemptionsFICA Refund ProceduresKPI MonitoringProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Coaching And DevelopmentDecision-MakingOrganizational SkillsCollaborationIntegrity And Professionalism

Tools & Technologies

ADP MasterTaxWorkdayDynamics Solomon

Certifications & Qualifications

CPPCPA

Industry Keywords

Payroll Tax ComplianceMulti-State PayrollSUTA Rate ManagementTax AuditsOperational Objectives

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and develop managers, supervisors, and team members.
Interpret, apply, and train teams on payroll tax regulations, including FEA requirements, Difficulty of Care exemptions, IRS Notice 2014-7, and applicable Internal Revenue Code provisions.
Oversee payroll tax reconciliations, tax deposits, quarterly and annual filings, state employer filings, annual information returns, and W-2 reporting.
Oversee payroll tax audits and maintain accurate audit documentation.
Build relationships with federal and state tax agencies to resolve issues and improve operations.
Support state tax account maintenance, SUTA rate management, and state and local tax compliance.
Monitor and improve KPIs, service level agreements, compliance standards, and operational objectives.
Lead hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management for assigned teams.
Support business continuity and recovery planning.
Resolve complex payroll tax matters through analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Direct review and resolution of payroll tax notices, agency correspondence, and escalated tax issues.
Present operational reports, compliance updates, risk assessments, and strategic initiative progress to leadership.
Implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and operational efficiencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of progressive leadership experience in a high-volume, multi-state payroll tax environment.
Experience leading managers, supervisors, or large operational teams.
Experience with ADP MasterTax, Workday, or comparable payroll tax systems required.
Working knowledge of Internal Revenue Code Section 3504, shared liability concepts, and aggregate filing requirements.
Comprehensive knowledge of payroll tax regulations, including FEA processing, Difficulty of Care exemptions, family member payroll tax exemptions, and FICA refund procedures.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Demonstrated success building and maintaining collaborative, high-performing teams.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
Ability to travel up to 15% as required.
Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours if needed.
Ability to pass required background screening.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Dynamics Solomon experience preferred.
CPP, CPA, or equivalent payroll tax certification preferred.
Experience leading remote teams preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A rewarding career helping others
Fun and engaging work environment built on team unity
Professional training to help advance your skills for career development
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation accrued at 3.07 hours per pay period to use when accrued
Profit-sharing for employees in good standing
Two Paid Floating Holidays
Nine Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Safe Sick Time accrued at 1 hour per 30 worked to use when accrued
Instant Earnings Option
401(k) Retirement plan & discretionary company match
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital benefits
Short and Long-Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Reliable internet provided by employee for remote/hybrid work