Construction Payroll Tax Manager — Compliance Leader

Construction Payroll Service, LLC; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Software, including Payroll4Construction, seeks a Tax Manager to lead the day-to-day payroll tax operations for clients, ensuring timely payments, filings, and regulatory compliance. You will guide department supervisors and staff while maintaining internal controls and KPIs.

The role reports to the Director of Payroll Services and collaborates with leadership to align operations with strategic goals, driving continuous improvement across the tax function.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in payroll tax operations, including federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance.
• Previous supervisory or management experience with ability to lead and develop teams.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance and reporting requirements.
• Experience with multi-jurisdiction payroll tax operations and agency reporting.
• Ability to analyze data and apply sound judgment in deadline-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily tax operations, including payments, reconciliations, filings, and quarter/year-end readiness for clients.
• Monitor and implement changes in payroll tax laws across federal, state, and local levels.
• Communicate regulatory changes and impacts to tax team and management.
• Lead process improvements, training, and system enhancements to maintain compliance.
• Escalate significant client, agency, or operational issues promptly.

Skills

Payroll tax ops

Supervisory leadership

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Foundation Software, including Payroll4Construction, seeks a Tax Manager to lead the day-to-day payroll tax operations for clients, ensuring timely payments, filings, and regulatory compliance. You will guide department supervisors and staff while maintaining internal controls and KPIs.

The role reports to the Director of Payroll Services and collaborates with leadership to align operations with strategic goals, driving continuous improvement across the tax function.