Senior Payroll Tax Specialist

IronRoad; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

PTO

401(k) investment plans

Job summary

A confidential professional employer in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Senior Payroll Tax Specialist. This full-time position requires at least 5 years of experience in accounting and involves preparing and filing state and federal tax documents. The role includes responsibilities like payroll tax reconciliations, tax notice resolutions, and maintaining client communications. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential. The salary ranges from $75,000 to $85,000 annually, depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in general accounting.
• Experience auditing and understanding general ledgers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and articulate information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform payroll tax account reconciliations.
• Prepare and file amended returns.
• Resolve client questions regarding tax activity.

Skills

General knowledge of accounting and tax software

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Time management skills

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge of payroll taxes

Education

Associate degree in Business, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Great Plains

Job description

A confidential search is being conducted on behalf of a Cincinnati, Ohio Professional Employer (PEO) for a Senior Payroll Tax Specialist that is focused accurately preparing and filing state and federal tax documents. This is a hybrid position where you will work in the office two (2) days per week and three (3) days in the office.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Payroll tax account reconciliations.
• Tax notice research and resolution including communication with various agencies and clients.
• Identify and document problems and trends and recommend solutions to improve accuracy.
• Prepare and file amended returns.
• Assist with tax rate changes.
• Resolve client questions expediently with a high level of service and communicate with them regarding tax activity, prior quarter balancing issues, amended returns and tax jurisdiction correspondences.
• Ensures the daily payroll taxes are uploaded properly, and ensures the respective files are processed accurately and completely.
• Process the daily payroll taxes within MasterTax, and ensure the respective taxes are paid when due along with the filing of the necessary reports and tax returns for 150+ clients in multiple states, locals and school districts across the US.
• Assist with quarter-end closing, including the payment of taxes and the filing of tax returns within the required time frames.
• Assist in the process of year-end closing, including payment of taxes, the filing of tax returns within the required time frames, and processing and timely filing of the yearly W2 files.
• Process federal payments using EFTPS, create and print check batches for monthly tax payments.
• Other job-related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Associate degree in Business, Accounting, or another related field preferred but not required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in general accounting.
• General knowledge of accounting and tax software and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Prior experience auditing and understanding general ledgers and accounting principles.
• Demonstrated understanding of the different types of payroll taxes.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekends when necessary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively articulate information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Great Plains.
• Must demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail and complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• PTO
• 401(k) investment plans

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000 - $85,000 per year based on skills and experience