Corporate Tax Accountant
Responsibilities:
• Oversee payroll tax records and employee tax data across numerous state jurisdictions, ensuring information remains complete, current, and accurate.
• Prepare, review, and submit state payroll tax filings covering withholding, unemployment, disability, and related obligations in accordance with applicable deadlines.
• Coordinate tax payments and required documentation to support accurate and timely compliance activity for a large multi-state employee population.
• Communicate directly with state agencies to research issues, clarify filing requirements, and resolve notices, discrepancies, and other tax matters.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory updates affecting state payroll taxes and apply necessary process changes to maintain compliance.
• Perform reconciliations and periodic audits of payroll tax data to identify inconsistencies and correct errors before filings are finalized.
• Partner with payroll, accounting, human resources, and other stakeholders to address tax questions and provide reliable information to clients and employees.
• Support financial reporting and audit activity by supplying payroll tax data, documentation, and analysis needed for reviews and statements.
• Maintain internal controls, process documentation, and confidential handling practices for sensitive payroll tax information.
• Contribute to special projects, account reconciliations, and other payroll-related assignments as business needs require.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.• At least 3 years of experience in a tax accounting role with strong exposure to state payroll tax regulations, including unemployment tax.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-state payroll tax filings and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with payroll platforms such as ADP, Paychex, or similar systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a high level of accuracy in calculations and reporting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for working with internal teams, external agencies, clients, and employees.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize work effectively.
• High standards of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll and tax data.
Compensation
$90,000.00-$100,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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