Job Title:
Tax Manager – US Business Process Solutions - Managed Payroll Services
Job Responsibilities:
As a Tax Manager at the company, you will be primarily responsible for delivering payroll tax services for clients and overseeing the service delivery. Your responsibilities include:
- Configuring payroll wage codes for accurate application of employer and employee taxes and social security.
- Analyzing payroll tax notices and preparing Powers of Attorney.
- Liaising with Federal and State Agencies and registering employers for payroll taxes.
- Preparing and filing payroll tax returns, including Forms W-2, Forms 1099, and state equivalents.
- Performing regular audits to identify and resolve compliance issues, avoiding delays in filings and monitoring penalties/notices.
- Partnering with clients to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll tax liabilities.
- Reconciling federal and state withholding taxes and unemployment taxes on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Applying for identification numbers such as FEIN and SUI when entering new jurisdictions.
- Evaluating and improving payroll tax processes for higher efficiency and accuracy.
- Identifying opportunities for automation and leading implementation efforts related to payroll taxes.
- Coordinating year-end efforts to ensure accurate W-2s and other annual tax filings.
- Ensuring proper setup and maintenance of local withholding codes in the payroll tax system.
- Performing quarterly reconciliation and data analysis, reconciling payroll taxes at the employee level.
- Knowledge of Tax Adjustment & Amendment processes and playing a lead role in Year-End processing for accurate W-2.
- Communicating directly with internal/external customers regarding tax inquiries and resolving payroll tax inquiries.
- Ensuring tax-related updates in the payroll system are fully reviewed and understood.
- Performing internal audits as requested, identifying and resolving issues, and driving change for related improvements.
- Setting up the required operating protocols for the service offering.
Education and Experience Information:
- A Bachelor’s degree in economics, human resources, international business, finance, accounting, or other liberal arts majors is required.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll tax processing, preferably in a multi-state US environment.
- One of the following active accreditations is required, obtained, in process, or willing and able to obtain:
- Licensed CPA in the state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA.
- If not CPA eligible:
- Enrolled Agent
- Juris Doctor (JD)
Other Requirements:
- Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2 – 3 days per week.
- Ability to travel up to 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
- Proficiency with payroll software (., ADP, Workday, Paycom) and Microsoft Excel is preferred.
- An aptitude for working as part of a dynamic team with diverse members.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, work and manage multiple assignments in a team environment.
- Strong analytical, consultative, quantitative, and project management skills.
- Executive presence, and excellent communication (verbal & written) and presentation skills with an aptitude for working as part of a global team.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Attention to detail, self-starter, and deadline-oriented.
Salary Information:
The wage range for this role considers various factors, including skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $103,320 to $235,170.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including individual and organizational performance.
Additional Information:
The company offers a broad range of benefits and values its people, providing opportunities for professional development and growth. The company’s inclusive culture empowers its people to contribute their unique perspectives and make a difference individually and collectively. The company is committed to making an impact that matters for its people, clients, and communities through its work and investments.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
