Payroll Tax Analyst

EROS Technologies Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Pleasanton, CA is looking for an experienced Payroll Tax professional to manage tax liabilities across several states. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of payroll tax experience and strong Excel skills. Responsibilities include preparing tax funding, verifying wages and taxes, and preparing financial reports. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred. Excellent organizational and communication skills are critical for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of payroll tax and accounting experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare payroll tax funding on a scheduled basis.
• Verify Federal and State wages and taxes during reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly reports for Finance and third-party administrators.

Skills

Planning and organizing skills

Data review skills

Interpersonal communication

Excel (advanced)

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business

Tools

ADP Reportsmith

ADP Enterprise Payroll

Job description

EROS Technologies was founded with a simple motive of offering the clients exactly what they want, how they want and when they want it. By leveraging for its clients its technological edge and right-sourcing advantage, EROS in a short period of time has grown to become one of the most trusted strategic technology partners. Treating every client as the top priority, we customize our solutions and services to align with the unique needs of each client.

Job Description

Location: - Pleasanton, CA (94588)

Duration: - 3 Month

Job Description:

Possible temp to perm, for the right fit. The internal Clorox team is sourcing for a perm placement in sync with this role.

Primary Purpose of Position: (Summary Statement)

Performs a variety of functions of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Successful candidate will use skills of an experienced Payroll Tax professional with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures; resolve a wide range of issues in an innovative and practical way as it relates to payroll taxes, i.e., federal, state, local and other tax liabilities. Works with approximately 17 FEINS and 22 states.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare all payroll tax funding – daily, weekly, quarterly, semiannual and annual
• Prepares GL account reconciliations

Quarterly Tax Reconciliation(s)

• Verify Federal and State wages and taxes from the tax summary (TAX010) and balance to the quarter balancing report from ADP Tax Services prior to quarter end closing. Correct any variances by notifying payroll processors and/or ADP Tax Services. This process to begin once ADP Enterprise Group is notified by Payroll Tax Analyst to submit TAX812 to ADP Tax Services, typical 15 days prior to quarter close
• Verify Federal and State wages and taxes from the tax summary (TAX010), balance to the final quarter balancing report from ADP Tax Services, identify and correct any discrepancies prior to next quarter close and submit to Supervisor for approval
• Reconcile Statement of Deposits against signed/approved Quarter Balancing Versions Report from ADP Tax Services and inform Supervisor and ADP Tax Services immediately regarding any discrepancies
• Process and submit Annual Reporting Error Listing (TAX900) to HROPS Supervisor for corrections and resolutions
• Record and track tax refunds via established tax receivables process
• Research tax issues and/or questions immediately to ensure speedy resolution
• Manually complete and submit tax returns not processed by payroll vendor accurately and timely

Daily Tax Reconciliation(s)

• Process TAX001 on a daily basis and verify dollars against ADP Tax Services Web site
• Ensure differences are reconciled that day prior to funding
• Prepare funding wire based on TAX001 and ADP Tax Service website
• Accurately prepare funding wires for all payroll runid’s once reconciled against payroll summary reports (PAY018)

Reporting

• Prepares several monthly reports needed by Finance and third party administrators with information on: relocation, promissory notes, GIFT campaign, compliance reports
• Perform semiannual escheatment process and coordinate transfer of funds with Accounts Payable

Forms

• Complete multiple worksite location and industry verification forms as received for the various states
• Complete EDD “Benefit Audit” forms to ensure employees have not been overpaid for Unemployment
• Complete form DE340 and submit new hire file to EDD office weekly
• Manually complete and submit tax returns not processed by payroll vendor accurately and timely

Requirements:

Minimum Years and Type of Experience Required:

Payroll tax and accounting experience required

Typically requires a minimum of five years of related experience.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong planning, organizing, and adaptation skills
• Detail oriented and excellent data review, documentation and processing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong working knowledge of PC applications (Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills are a requirement), ADP Reportsmith and knowledge of ADP Enterprise Payroll preferred)
• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree in accounting or business preferred

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.