Payroll Tax Analyst

Harris Brand•St Paul, MN

3d•$69,345 - $104,018

About The Position

The purpose of your role as a Payroll Tax Analyst As a Payroll Tax Analyst, you will perform a wide variety of record keeping, payroll processing activities, and payroll system analysis duties. Payroll tax processing responsibilities include monitor and file daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly tax filings and payments, identify required tax setup based on employer residence and job location, open required tax accounts. Effectively manage payroll systems to support the organization’s needs. Works under minimal supervision. Payroll Processing/reporting: Prepare tax payments Ensure that computing, withholding, and deductions are done correctly. Process payroll taxes for weekly and biweekly payroll cycles for union and non-union employees Answer employee questions related to payroll and resolve issues. Issue and record adjustments to pay related to previous errors or retroactive increases. Payroll Systems: Design and maintain the payroll system in support of the organizations data management and reporting needs. Ensure accuracy and integrity of organizational data within the payroll system Create standard and ad hoc queries or reports Provide data summaries or statistical analysis for use in strategic planning or decision-making Follow established procedures for updating, validating, and correcting employee records Prepare end-user documentation or training materials as needed What we're looking for in you As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you! From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country. Harris Benefits + Compensation Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401K with company match Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays Paid Parental leave Short-Term Incentive Plan Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance Pay Range: $69,345 - $104,018 per year The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Requirements

Associates degree required in HR, Accounting, or related
5+ years of prior experience with payroll tax set up and filing
5+ years of proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
5+ years of Microsoft Office experience – strong excel skills
10-key/data entry skills
Ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy
Working knowledge of payroll policies and procedures and federal and state statutes pertaining to FLSA
Knowledge of payroll laws and accounting practices
Knowledge of Federal and State tax requirements
Knowledge of wage and hour laws
Ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy
Excellent understanding of multi-location payroll and taxes

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Perform a wide variety of record keeping, payroll processing activities, and payroll system analysis duties
Monitor and file daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly tax filings and payments
Identify required tax setup based on employer residence and job location
Open required tax accounts
Effectively manage payroll systems to support the organization’s needs
Prepare tax payments
Ensure that computing, withholding, and deductions are done correctly
Process payroll taxes for weekly and biweekly payroll cycles for union and non-union employees
Answer employee questions related to payroll and resolve issues
Issue and record adjustments to pay related to previous errors or retroactive increases
Design and maintain the payroll system in support of the organizations data management and reporting needs
Ensure accuracy and integrity of organizational data within the payroll system
Create standard and ad hoc queries or reports
Provide data summaries or statistical analysis for use in strategic planning or decision-making
Follow established procedures for updating, validating, and correcting employee records
Prepare end-user documentation or training materials as needed