Payroll Tax Analyst

Santa Ana, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Payroll Tax Analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate calculation reporting and remittance of payroll taxes in compliance with federal state and local regulations. This role partners closely with Payroll Accounting Finance and external tax vendors to manage payroll tax operations resolve tax issues support audits and maintain strong internal controls. The ideal candidate brings deep payroll tax knowledge strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to compliance and process improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage end-to-end payroll tax activities including calculation withholding remittance and reporting of federal state and local payroll taxes.
Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations filing requirements and payment deadlines.
Review reconcile and balance payroll tax liabilities and related general ledger accounts.
Prepare and review payroll tax filings including Forms 941 940 W-2 W-3 and applicable state and local filings; manage corrections and amendments as needed.
Monitor and resolve payroll tax notices discrepancies penalties and interest including coordination with tax agencies and vendors.
Maintain payroll tax setup and configuration within payroll systems to ensure accurate taxation.
Perform wage and tax reconciliations and analyze variances to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Support internal external and government audits by providing documentation reconciliations and detailed explanations.
Ensure compliance with SOX and other internal control requirements related to payroll tax processes.
Collaborate with Accounting and Finance teams on payroll tax accruals cash funding and financial reporting.
Manage tax tracer submissions and oversee timely and accurate vendor responses.
Research payroll tax regulations and changes assess impacts and support implementation of required updates.
Contribute to process improvements documentation and standard operating procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business or a related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 35 years of experience in payroll tax payroll accounting or a related payroll finance role.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal state and local payroll tax regulations including multi-state taxation.
Experience with payroll tax filings amendments and reconciliations.
Solid understanding of payroll tax accounting accruals liabilities and general ledger integration.
Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions or payroll tax integrations.
CPP or FCP certification preferred but not required
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables lookups and data analysis.
Experience with payroll systems and tax vendor platforms (e.g. UKG ADP Workday Ceridian) preferred.
Knowledge of SOX compliance internal controls and audit support practices.
Strong analytical problem-solving and research skills with high attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-technical partners.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while working independently and collaboratively.

Additional Information :

Benefits-eligible 1st of the month following hire.
All traditional benefits are offered including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options as well as additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield Accident and Critical Illness
Company paid 50k in basic life insurance.
Company paid LTD.
Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available
401(k)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
AWP named one of Americas Greatest Workplaces 2023 and 2025 for Diversity

AWPSafety is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color age religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or disability.

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage end-to-end payroll tax activities including calculation withholding remittance and reporting of federal state and local payroll taxes.
Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations filing requirements and payment deadlines.
Review reconcile and balance payroll tax liabilities and related general ledger accounts.
Prepare and review payroll tax filings including Forms 941 940 W-2 W-3 and applicable state and local filings; manage corrections and amendments as needed.
Monitor and resolve payroll tax notices discrepancies penalties and interest including coordination with tax agencies and vendors.
Maintain payroll tax setup and configuration within payroll systems to ensure accurate taxation.
Perform wage and tax reconciliations and analyze variances to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Support internal external and government audits by providing documentation reconciliations and detailed explanations.
Ensure compliance with SOX and other internal control requirements related to payroll tax processes.
Collaborate with Accounting and Finance teams on payroll tax accruals cash funding and financial reporting.
Manage tax tracer submissions and oversee timely and accurate vendor responses.
Research payroll tax regulations and changes assess impacts and support implementation of required updates.
Contribute to process improvements documentation and standard operating procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business or a related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 35 years of experience in payroll tax payroll accounting or a related payroll finance role.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal state and local payroll tax regulations including multi-state taxation.
Experience with payroll tax filings amendments and reconciliations.
Solid understanding of payroll tax accounting accruals liabilities and general ledger integration.
Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions or payroll tax integrations.
CPP or FCP certification preferred but not required
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables lookups and data analysis.
Experience with payroll systems and tax vendor platforms (e.g. UKG ADP Workday Ceridian) preferred.
Knowledge of SOX compliance internal controls and audit support practices.
Strong analytical problem-solving and research skills with high attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-technical partners.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while working independently and collaboratively.

Additional Information :

Benefits-eligible 1st of the month following hire.
All traditional benefits are offered including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options as well as additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield Accident and Critical Illness
Company paid 50k in basic life insurance.
Company paid LTD.
Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available
401(k)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
AWP named one of Americas Greatest Workplaces 2023 and 2025 for Diversity

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Data Entry
Paychex
QuickBooks
Accounting
10 Key Calculator
Paylocity
Microsoft Excel
Payroll
ADP
Administrative Experience
Human Resources
Bookkeeping

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