Payroll Tax Analyst II

Global Payments Inc.•Columbus, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all U.S. and Canadian payroll tax activities, including compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and confirmation of local, state, and federal payroll tax returns by third party provider. Responds to questions and special requests from employees and regulatory agencies. Conducts research of laws and regulations regarding taxes and payroll withholding procedures.

Requirements

Typically 2 Years Relevant Experience - Professional multi-state payroll tax analysis/administration experience
Associate's Degree - Typically, Finance or other business field or equivalent training and experience will be considered; a major which emphasizes analytical skills.
Basic Excel principals
Basic ability to learn software/payroll applications and HR Systems and utilize their report writing tools to develop ad-hoc reports
Basic skill to keep abreast of Federal and State requirements in the field of payroll and labor laws

Nice To Haves

Typically 2-3 Years Relevant Exp - Multi-state payroll tax analysis/administration experience.
Bachelor's Degree - Finance or Human Resources; a major which emphasizes analytical skills.
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), or other relevant certification

Responsibilities

Prepares appropriate files and reports for monthly, quarterly and year-end payroll tax processing and applicable filings, including reconciliation to the general ledger as well as to applicable tax service reports.
Resolves prior period variances and reconciles reports to 941s and W-2s.
Maintains database with updates (e.g., status changes, tax withholding, etc.) and sets up local tax codes, payroll tax tables, and State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) rates.
Compiles and analyzes payroll tax data to ensure accurate and timely deposits per Federal, State, and Local requirements.
Helps maintain data integrity by running queries, auditing and analyzing payroll tax data.
Assists with resolving internal and/or external questions or issues related to Federal, State and Local payroll tax returns prepared.
Researches and provides needed data for all tax inquiries and audits, including letters, IRS notices, and employees inquiries.
Summarizes research regarding taxes and payroll withholding procedures.