payroll tax accountant II

Starbucks Corp.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Starbucks Corp. is seeking a Tax Accountant II in Seattle to manage payroll tax tasks across 50 states and Canadian provinces. The role involves data analysis, tax reporting, and collaboration with a tax team to improve processes.

You will handle tax payments, returns and reporting, plus support tax planning projects and system testing. Must have strong communication, analytical skills, and experience with SAP ECP and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Experience handling payroll tax across multiple states/provinces.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in SAP ECP and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Handle daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual tax tasks for partners across states and Canada.
• Analyze data and respond to tax authorities during inquiries, audits, and appeals.
• Support tax projects and assist with system testing.

Skills

Multi-state payroll tax experience

Clear written and oral communication

Analytical problem-solving

Ability to balance priorities

Independent work

Microsoft Office Suite

Convey complex information clearly

SAP ECP experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP ECP

Job description

Now Brewing – tax accountant II! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

As a Starbucks tax accountant II, you will . . .

• Enjoy working on collaborative team and have a clear ability to work on process efficiencies and drive the business forward, while also completing daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tax tasks assigned to the tax team, including tax payment requests, tax returns, and tax reporting for over 280K+ partners in all 50 states and 11 Provinces in Canada.
• Analyze and research data – You will be responsible to collect data for tax authorities requested during tax controversies including inquiries, audits and appeals to assist with abatements in a timely and organized manner. You will also run and analyze system audits to ensure data integrity.
• Support tax projects and testing – You will be responsible to assist with the planning and implementation of tax planning projects, while also assisting with some system testing.

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Multi-state and provincial payroll tax experience, including payment, reconciling, and filing, 2 years minimum
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Strong analytical, technical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to convey complicated information in a logical manner
• Experience with SAP ECP, including jurisdiction mapping, rule parameters, and validations

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

• *If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.

Join us and inspire with every cup.

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail] or 1(888) 611-2258.