Payroll Tax Specialist: Compliance & Data Expert

Payroll & Benefit Solutions; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k)

Job summary

Payroll & Benefit Solutions is seeking a Tax Specialist to join our team in the United States. You will prepare accurate payroll tax returns, review data for deductions and credits, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You’ll collaborate with senior staff to improve processes and maintain data integrity.

We offer comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and a 401(k), plus three weeks of vacation. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in payroll tax preparation or accounting is required.
• Basic understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely tax returns for clients, including payroll taxes, quarterly filings, and year-end reporting.
• Review client data to identify tax deductions, credits, and liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations in all tax filings.
• Analyze tax data and financial documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Identify discrepancies or issues that may affect tax filings and collaborate with relevant teams to address them.
• Conduct thorough reviews of tax filings to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with senior tax specialists to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.
• Stay informed about changes in tax laws and regulations that may impact payroll processing.
• Update tax processes and procedures accordingly to maintain compliance and efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Payroll & Benefit Solutions is seeking a Tax Specialist to join our team in the United States. You will prepare accurate payroll tax returns, review data for deductions and credits, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You’ll collaborate with senior staff to improve processes and maintain data integrity.

We offer comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and a 401(k), plus three weeks of vacation. Equal opportunity employer.