Payroll Tax Analyst (work from home Eastern United States)

Geisinger; Shamokin (Northumberland County); Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented payroll specialist to manage bi-weekly payroll processing across multiple states. This role involves ensuring compliance with payroll laws and tax regulations, preparing payroll tax returns, and collaborating with team members to address payroll inquiries. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll processing and tax compliance, with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive office environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values accuracy and teamwork, and contribute to the smooth operation of payroll functions.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing and tax compliance is essential.
• Educational qualifications can substitute for relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process bi-weekly multi-state payroll for employees.
• Ensure payroll data compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Collaborate on payroll inquiries and streamline work processes.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Tax Compliance

Data Reconciliation

Regulatory Reporting

Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Assist in the preparation, processing, calculation, and reconciliation of bi-weekly, multi-state payroll for employees, ensuring accurate and timely paychecks.
2. Ensure payroll data is reported correctly to federal, state, and local agencies, maintaining compliance with payroll laws and tax regulations.
3. Support departmental efforts by collaborating with staff on research and response to payroll inquiries, including taxes and tax notices.
4. Prepare and file payroll tax returns, including federal, state, and local tax filings.
5. Handle tax setups for visa holders.
6. Reconcile payroll tax accounts and ensure discrepancies are resolved promptly.
7. Act as a liaison with government agencies regarding payroll tax matters.
8. Register for new state and local tax jurisdictions and close out old jurisdictions as needed.
9. Compile payroll data and create payroll reports as needed.
10. Streamline work processes and collaborate with team members to provide quality support.

Additional Information

Work is typically performed in an office environment. The role requires satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures. The statements in this profile are not exhaustive but highlight the essential elements required for successful job performance.

*Relevant experience may include a combination of related work experience and educational qualifications (Associate’s Degree = 2 years; Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years).

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