Payroll Tax Accountant

CAROLINA PRG; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,200 - 75,900; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking a Payroll Tax Accountant to support payroll tax compliance and reporting on a temporary basis. This role involves preparing and filing payroll tax returns, ensuring timely payments, and reconciling accounts. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, 2+ years of related experience, and strong Excel skills. The position offers a salary range of $55,200.00 to $75,900.00, with responsibilities including research of tax discrepancies and collaboration with HR and Accounting teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll tax, payroll accounting, or related experience.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Experience reconciling payroll tax accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and reconcile payroll tax returns.
• Ensure timely payment of payroll taxes.
• Research and resolve payroll tax discrepancies.

Skills

Payroll tax compliance

Accounting

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ADP

Paycom

Workday

UKG

Job description

The Payroll Tax Accountant will support payroll tax compliance and reporting on a temporary basis, ensuring accurate and timely filings, payments, and reconciliations. This role partners closely with Payroll, HR, and Accounting to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and reconcile federal, state, and local payroll tax returns (including quarterly and annual filings)
• Ensure timely payment of payroll taxes, including withholdings and employer taxes
• Reconcile payroll tax accounts and support month‑end and quarter‑end close activities
• Research and resolve payroll tax discrepancies, notices, and inquiries from taxing authorities
• Support year‑end processes, including W‑2, W‑3, and related reconciliations
• Assist with unemployment tax filings, rate notices, and agency correspondence
• Partner with Payroll and HR to ensure accurate setup of employee tax data and deductions
• Maintain payroll tax documentation and support internal or external audits
• Assist with payroll tax projects, system updates, or process improvements
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and payroll tax policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of payroll tax, payroll accounting, or related experience
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
• Experience reconciling payroll tax accounts and handling tax notices
• Strong Excel skills and experience with payroll systems and ERPs
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Experience with multi‑state payroll tax compliance
• Experience working with third‑party payroll providers (ADP, Paycom, Workday, UKG, etc.)
• Prior experience in a contract or project‑based role
• CPP or FPC certification

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industry

• Manufacturing

Location & Salary

Fort Mill, SC $55,200.00 – $75,900.00