Remote Payroll Tax Analyst

UnitedHealth Group; Minnetonka (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Payroll Analyst to handle payroll tax setup, research, and issue resolution. The role serves as a subject matter expert for payroll taxes and requires strong Excel, SOX controls, and communication skills.

You will work remotely from anywhere in the U.S., with in-office time in Minneapolis area four days a week for local hires. Responsibilities include complex tax issue resolution, acquisitions/divestitures tax processing, year-end W-2/W-2c handling, and mentoring

Qualifications

• 3+ years payroll tax experience in payroll operations.
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley controls.
• Strong Excel skills with Pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Research and resolve complex payroll tax issues including equity and executive compensation.
• Act as SME for payroll tax questions; troubleshoot as needed.
• Analyze taxes related to acquisitions or divestitures; liaise with vendors.
• Partner with HR Operations on Tier 2 payroll tax cases and communications.
• Conduct executive compensation analysis and reporting for senior management.
• Maintain accurate tax records in payroll system; test tax updates.
• Assist year-end review and processing of W2s and W2c's.
• Identify root causes; recommend improvements.
• Build relationships with employees, HR, and external vendors.
• Mentor and train Payroll Tax Specialists.

Skills

Payroll tax experience

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

SOX controls knowledge

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Payroll Analyst to handle payroll tax setup, research, and issue resolution. The role serves as a subject matter expert for payroll taxes and requires strong Excel, SOX controls, and communication skills.

You will work remotely from anywhere in the U.S., with in-office time in Minneapolis area four days a week for local hires. Responsibilities include complex tax issue resolution, acquisitions/divestitures tax processing, year-end W-2/W-2c handling, and mentoring