Payroll Tax Compliance Expert

2 days ago

Charlotte Bay, Australia beBeeCompliance Full time $100,000 - $120,000
Job Overview

This role is responsible for supporting the Payroll Operations team to ensure payroll tax rates are accurate and up-to-date in Workday, as well as ensuring timely completion of payroll tax filings. As a Senior Payroll Tax Compliance Specialist, you will oversee payroll processing functions to guarantee pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations. Your expertise will be instrumental in managing daily workflow operations.



Key Responsibilities
  • Review and validate Workday Payroll Tax setup for each legal entity and jurisdiction; identify issues and collaborate with Alight Tax Filing Services and HRIT to update and correct.
  • Conduct thorough reviews of monthly/quarterly tax filing packages; ensure accuracy and timeliness.
  • Work closely with Payroll Accounting to ensure alignment and reconciliation with G/L.
  • Manage and reconcile payroll taxes at the employer and employee level; ensure timely remittances to the tax authorities and accurate reporting of withholding taxes.
  • Reconcile QTD and YTD tax amounts withheld, reported, and deposited on a quarterly and annual basis for assigned entities.
  • Manage SUI rate updates; ensure updates are reflected in Workday.
  • Prepare and submit applications for new tax jurisdictions and closing jurisdictions.
  • Research and resolve payroll tax notices for multi-state tax entities; escalate issues as needed and maintain a strong delivery record.
  • Support internal and external audit data requests; prepare materials for tax provisions at year-end and for tax audits.
  • Partner with Payroll Accounting to research any open G/L items; identify new risk areas and ensure full compliance.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders; work independently and collaboratively; communicate the benefits of tax initiatives.
  • Oversee payroll payments and account reconciliations; coordinate with Payroll Manager to ensure timely payroll processing in compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Supervise payroll preparation and production, including regular, special, and supplemental payrolls; enforce standards and correct issues as needed.
  • Coordinate payroll operations with other accounting and data processing units; participate in developing, implementing, and testing procedures.
  • Implement, maintain, and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions (salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions).
  • Regularly audit the system to ensure data integrity and resolve discrepancies affecting tax returns.
  • Define key metrics and create metric reports and reporting processes.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to increase productivity and drive process improvements to reduce manual effort.


Qualifications
  • University degree preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience required; 5+ years preferred.
  • Must have payroll tax compliance experience in Workday.
  • Proficiency in Excel.
  • Financial services experience a plus.


Benefits

The successful candidate will enjoy a hybrid work arrangement (three days onsite per week) in Charlotte, NC. This position offers opportunities for growth and development, collaboration with experienced professionals, and the chance to make a significant impact in the field of payroll tax compliance.

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