PEO Payroll Tax Supervisor

Paychex; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 61,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Paychex in Phoenix, AZ, is looking for a qualified supervisor to lead the daily operations of the PEO Tax Specialists team, ensuring timely federal, state and local payroll tax filings and payments for over $600 million annually.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and maintaining compliance with payroll tax laws, while fostering strong client relationships. A degree and payroll/tax experience are preferred, with a competitive base salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree is required or preferred.
• 1 year of experience in a leadership role.
• 5 years of experience in payroll or accounting.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, assigns, directs and verifies the work of assigned personnel.
• Ensures timely preparation and filing of federal, state and local payroll tax returns and processing of payroll tax payments.
• Provides payroll tax expertise and support to resolve client payroll tax concerns.
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with clients, CPAs and Paychex departments.
• Supervises training of personnel and develops staff for advancement.
• Recruits, selects, hires and evaluates staff to ensure department needs are met.

Skills

Leadership

Payroll tax expertise

Tax compliance

Education

Associate's Degree in

Job description

Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.

Overview

Supervises and directs the daily operations of PEO Tax Specialists. Ensures fulfillment of quarter-end and year-end payroll tax requirements. Monitors PEO parent entity payroll tax accounts to ensure compliance with IRS, state and local tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, assigns, directs and verifies the work of assigned personnel.
• Ensures timely preparation and filing of federal, state and local tax returns and processing of payroll tax payments in excess of $600 million annually.
• Provides payroll tax expertise and support to resolve client payroll tax concerns.
• Establishes and maintains a positive relationship with clients, CPAs and Paychex departments.
• Supervises training of personnel; recommends, implements and monitors on-the-job training and education to ensure professional advancement of assigned personnel.
• Recruits, selects, hires and evaluates performance of personnel to ensure all department needs are handled appropriately. Counsels and develops staff for personal and corporate advancement through career development, training programs and other resources as required for professional advancement.
• Maintains knowledge of changes in payroll tax laws and tax agency requirements.
• Plans, coordinates and organizes the quarter-end and year-end process, to ensure accurate transmission of tax returns and payments.
• Utilizes Power of Attorney with IRS, granted by Paychex, for all PEO entities to ensure good standing of accounts.
• Develops and maintains a positive, professional relationship with tax agencies.
• Develops and implements alternative procedures in response to changing payroll tax requirements, including the development of alternate technology to increase efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in
• 1 year of experience in Leadership role.
• 5 years of experience in Payroll or accounting experience.

Compensation

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $61,400 - $96,400 annually. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

Live the Paychex Values

• Act with uncompromising integrity.
• Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
• Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
• Work in partnership and support each other.
• Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
• Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What's in it for you?

• We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
• We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
• We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
• We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
• We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.

Not sure if you meet every requirement?

At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.

Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.