Payroll Tax Accountant

Experian • Costa Mesa, CA

41d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Payroll Tax Accountant for a full-time hybrid role within our finance team. You will help ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations and maintaining the financial integrity of our organization. You will have a foundation in accounting principles, payroll tax law, and financial operations, along with hands-on experience in Oracle E-Business Suite, Ceridian payroll systems, and ADP You will manage payroll tax accounts, performing reconciliations, preparing amendments, and supporting audits and year-end activities. You will also collaborate with Payroll and Finance leadership and contributing to ad hoc projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, with a focus on payroll tax analysis.
• Proficiency in Oracle E-Business Suite, Ceridian payroll systems, and ADP SmartCompliance.
• Knowledge of payroll tax laws and compliance requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience explaining tax and payroll topics to team members
• Ability to commute to our Costa Mesa, CA office as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile all payroll tax accounts across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
• Manage payroll tax registrations for all applicable jurisdictions, ensuring setup and compliance.
• Prepare and file payroll tax amendments to correct discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with all payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Analyze payroll data and identify discrepancies; implement corrective actions.
• Maintain payroll tax records with accuracy and integrity.
• Collaborate with Payroll management to align processes with evolving tax laws.
• Help with internal and external audits related to payroll and tax documentation.
• Contribute to ad hoc finance and compliance projects, including year-end reporting and reconciliation.

Benefits

• Great compensation package and bonus plan
• Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
• Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees