Payroll Tax Specialist

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Roseville, MNtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR260136

Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMSeeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to help ensure smooth and accurate payroll processing. This role will have a focus on ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations, managing payroll tax filings, and resolving tax-related inquiries.
** Compensation: $27.00 per hour
**** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**:
* Assit with the processing of a multi-state payroll both weekly and biweekly
* Calculate and reconcile payroll, payroll tax deductions and employer/employee contributions
* Reconcile payroll tax accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly
* Work with tax provider to review, reconcile and approve quarterly and annual payroll tax returns (941, SUTA, W-2, etc.)
* Respond to and resolve tax-related inquiries from internal teams and external agencies
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing tax laws and regulations
* Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate reporting and compliance
* Generate and distribute payroll reports for HR and finance teams on a regular basis
* Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation for payroll tax compliance
* Other projects as assigned
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

*** Proficient with federal, state, and local tax regulations, including payroll tax forms and deadlines
* Experience in a multi-state payroll environment and managing tax jurisdictional requirements
* Research and prepare documentation for setting up payroll systems in new states, ensuring adherence to local and state requirements.
* Strong analytical ability to perform reconciliations and variance reporting
* Excellent communication skills with ability to handle employee queries and tax notices
* High proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables) and experience with HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday,)
* Detail-oriented with strong time management and ability to meet tight deadlines
* Workday and ADP tax experience a preferred
* Fast-paced, deadline-driven payroll environment
* Collaboration across HR, Benefits, and Finance
* Handling confidential data with discretion
* Multi-state and multi-jurisdictional compliance
* Self-motivated and consistency in a fast paced environment
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* Education and Experience:

** Associate degree preferred in accounting, Finance, HR, or related field and 2+ years of payroll experience with strong emphasis on payroll tax administration; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
** Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
*** Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
** Payroll certification (e.g., FPC/CPP) is a plus but not required
** PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
*** The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
** WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
** Work is performed in an office setting.

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