US Payroll Tax Specialist - HROP - San Jose
Listed on 2026-01-20
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Finance & Banking
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Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance
US Tax Payroll Specialist - HROP - San Jose Responsibilities
- Ensure the accurate and timely withholding, reporting, and filing of payroll taxes for U.S. operations, ensuring compliance with all applicable tax regulations, legislative changes, and agency requirements.
- Reconcile wages and withholding for monthly, quarterly, and annual withholding and unemployment tax returns.
- Prepare, review and ensure timely delivery of W-2 / W-2
Cs. - Enter any tax adjustments in ADP Global View as required throughout the year.
- Reconcile quarter and annual tax returns including 941s, 940s, state and local returns.
- Manage and resolve any payroll tax notices received from various tax authorities.
- Respond to employee payroll tax queries and provide a high level of customer service meeting SLAs.
- Research and provide practical guidance on complex payroll tax issues.
- Collaborate with payroll team on tax legislative changes and updates that impact daily operations and implementation projects.
- Collaborate with finance, legal and HR operations and respond to ad‑hoc tax information requests as required.
- Assist with preparation of data required for all Federal and State audits.
- Assist with preparation of data for various insurance renewals.
- Assist with testing tax‑related system upgrades and enhancements prior to production implementation.
- Develop and maintain documentation of payroll tax standard operating procedure (SOPs).
- Continually identify process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness of payroll tax‑touching processes.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of payroll tax experience.
- Experience using ADP Global View.
- Proven expertise in payroll compliance and administration, with a strong background in tax consulting.
- Experience in leading payroll tax audits and resolving complex tax issues.
- In‑depth understanding of U.S. payroll regulations, federal and state tax law as well as payroll compliance requirements in North America.
- Exceptional communication and proven leadership and team management experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, Human resources, or related field.
- Experience in Big Four global accounting firms is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with international payroll processes and regulations is a plus.
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WhyJoin Byte Dance
Inspiring creativity is at the core of Byte Dance’s mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life – a mission we work towards every day. As Byte Dancers, we strive to do great things with great people.
We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Byte Dance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At Byte Dance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach.
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