Payroll Tax Analyst

Bath & Body Works; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Mental health support

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Bath & Body Works in Columbus, OH is seeking a Payroll Tax Analyst to ensure accurate payroll tax reporting across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, including reconciliations, journal entries, and year-end filings.

The role collaborates with Payroll Operations and cross-functional teams to resolve issues, handle tax inquiries, and test Oracle upgrades. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 3+ years of payroll tax experience are required, with Oracle/ADP/SAP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum three years of experience in Payroll Tax with a large multi-state employer.
• Experience with Oracle HCM, ADP Smart Compliance, and SAP Financials is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely and accurate payroll tax reporting.
• Own monthly payroll tax reconciliations to ensure system accuracy.
• Own payroll tax journal entry preparation for month end.
• Responsible for quarterly and annual tax filings.
• Partner with Payroll Operations to make necessary adjustments before finalizing quarterly files for ADP.
• Manage analysis of all tax inquiries and notices promptly across jurisdictions.
• Gather information for and prepare responses to payroll tax inquiries from authorities as delegated.
• Timely response and resolution of associate Service Now inquiries.
• Participate in testing of Oracle upgrades or tax updates.
• Payroll disbursement accounting and reconciliation.
• Support key payroll initiatives and projects.
• Conduct tax audits to ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Multi-state payroll

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle HCM

ADP Smart Compliance

SAP Financials

Job description

At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand — you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.

We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.

The Payroll Tax Analyst ensures accurate and compliant payroll tax reporting across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, including reconciliations, journal entries, and quarterly and annual filings. The role manages tax inquiries, notices, audits, and associate questions while supporting year-end tax processes such as W-2C, T4, and RL1 reporting and amendments. This position also partners closely with Payroll Operations and cross-functional teams to resolve issues, maintain system accuracy, and identify process improvements. In addition, the analyst supports payroll system testing and key payroll initiatives and projects.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely and accurate payroll tax reporting
• Own monthly payroll tax reconciliations to ensure system accuracy
• Own payroll tax journal entry preparation for month end
• Responsible for quarterly and annual tax filings
• Partner with Payroll Operations to make necessary adjustments before finalizing quarterly files for ADP
• Manage analysis of all tax inquiries and notices promptly, including state jurisdictions, the federal government, local taxing authorities, and Canadian provinces
• Gather information for and prepare responses to payroll tax inquiries from federal, state, and local tax authorities as delegated
• Timely response and resolution of associate Service Now inquiries
• Participate in testing of Oracle upgrades or tax updates
• Payroll disbursement accounting and reconciliation
• Support key payroll initiatives and projects
• Conduct tax audits to ensure compliance with standards of operation
• Research and respond to associate payroll tax inquiries; manage associate tax changes as applicable
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Partners in Digital IT, Associate Connect, Benefits, Finance, and Human Resources to understand current processes and make recommendations for improvements as needed
• Support the W2 C process for all business entities
• Support T4 and RL1 balancing at year-end
• Support T4 and RL1 reconciliation process and coordinate amendments with Equifax to ensure timely filing

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in Payroll Tax with a large multi-state employer
• Experience with Oracle HCM, ADP Smart Compliance, and SAP Financials is preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as customer service skills
• Demonstrated initiative and drive to achieve results and goals
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills, including experience analyzing data and making recommendations based on analysis
• Ability to execute tasks in a thorough, composed, accurate, and timely fashion while managing multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Education

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Accounting or Finance

Core Competencies

• Drives Results
• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Decision Making
• Nimble Learning

Benefits

Feeling good starts with you. We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good — every day. Benefits for eligible associates include:

• Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
• No-cost mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match and Associate Stock Purchase Program with discount.
• Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave and access to family building benefits.
• Home, auto and pet insurance and a company-provided Care.com subscription.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education.
• Enjoy complimentary products and a 40% merchandise discount so you can experience and share the brand you love.
• Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Washington Fair Chance Act Guide

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

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