Payroll Tax Specialist

Addison Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Tax Specialist to ensure accurate payroll tax calculations and compliance with tax regulations in Nashville. The role involves managing payroll tax data, preparing returns, and collaborating with internal teams for compliance, making this a vital position in the accounting function.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll tax experience required.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws essential.
• Hands-on experience with UKG Pro preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure payroll tax compliance and timely filings.
• Reconcile payroll tax liabilities and manage data.
• Respond to tax notices and audit payroll data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Payroll reporting

Tools

UKG Pro

UKG Pro Reporting / BI

Job description

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Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Payroll Tax Specialist with experience using UKG software. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate payroll tax calculations, timely tax filings, and compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure payroll tax compliance for all jurisdictions where the company operates.
• Prepare and submit federal, state, and local payroll tax returns.
• Reconcile payroll tax liabilities and ensure timely remittance of tax payments.
• Manage and maintain employee tax data within the UKG system.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and update internal processes accordingly.
• Respond to tax notices and coordinate resolution with government agencies.
• Audit payroll tax data regularly to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external auditors to support reporting and compliance activities.
• Maintain and generate payroll tax reports using UKG Pro Reporting / BI tools.
• Assist in year-end processes, including W-2, W-4, and other tax-related filings.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 3+ years of payroll tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll reporting and reconciliation.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.

Preferred:

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.
• Experience working in a multi-state or multi-entity environment.
• Hands-on experience with UKG Pro (formerly UltiPro) or other UKG platforms.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Human Resources

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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