Job description
Payroll Tax Analyst
Position Summary:
MediaCo has a need for a temporary Payroll Tax Analyst, who will play a critical role in supporting Payroll department operations. The ideal candidate must be able to multi-task; have a strong sense of organization; have expert knowledge of US payroll taxes; and work as part of a team, as well as individually, with minimal supervision. The expected length of employment for this position is 6 months.
What you’ll be doing:
Managing payroll taxes in approximately 21 states for 3 FEINs
Optimizing current payroll software (ADP Workforce Now with Smart Compliance) to review, track and maintain agency communications
Setting up new jurisdictions and registering jurisdictions with ADP for processing
Resolving on-going tax issues with agencies
Analyzing payroll data and preparing tax reports, as necessary
Administering agency user access and company website access
Standardizing processes, suggesting process improvement opportunities, and organizing large amounts of documentation
Reconciling prior quarter/year filings with ADP to ensure compliance, as needed
Amendment processing, Year End processing and preparation for the new year
Supporting the Payroll Department with best practices, utilizing up-to-date tax knowledge
Communicating with Payroll/HR, Business Partners and Management
Performing other related duties as required and assigned
What we’re looking for:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3 years of experience
Expert knowledge of multi-state taxation, compliance, and payroll reporting
Experience in ADP Smart Compliance, ADP Service Requests, and working with ADP representatives
Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups) and knowledge of other standard software including Outlook, Word, and Adobe Acrobat
Flexibility and ability to multi-task
Creative problem-solving skills
Strong analytical and numerical skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly detail-oriented and curious
MediaCo Operations is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.