Payroll Tax Assistant I

Ensign Services • Abilene, TX

7d • $24 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a detail-oriented and numbers-driven Payroll Tax Assistant to join our payroll team. In this role, you will be the backbone of our tax compliance efforts, assisting the senior tax analyst in ensuring that our employees are paid accurately and that all local, state, and federal tax obligations are met on time.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys the "puzzle" of tax codes and wants to build a career in specialized payroll accounting.

Requirements

• High school diploma required, some college coursework or equivalent related experience preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience supporting high‑volume payroll processing; entry‑level role with strong growth opportunities.
• Basic working knowledge of Workday HCM and ADP Tax solutions, preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review and interpret payroll and tax data.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Above‑average Excel skills, including the ability to analyze and work with large data sets.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to complete work accurately and on time in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Collaborative team player who works well with others across functions.

Nice To Haves

• Basic working knowledge of Workday HCM and ADP Tax solutions, preferred.
• High school diploma required, some college coursework or equivalent related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance & Filing: Support the preparation and timely filing of quarterly and annual payroll tax returns, including Forms 940, 941, and related state and local filings.
• Agency Correspondence: Review, research, and respond to notices from the IRS and state and local tax agencies to resolve questions or discrepancies.
• Data Validation: Perform ongoing audits of payroll data to ensure accurate tax jurisdiction setup, including for new hires and remote employees.
• Year‑End Support: Assist with year‑end payroll tax activities, including W‑2 balancing, auditing, and employee distributions.
• Reconciliations: Complete monthly reconciliations of payroll tax accounts to the general ledger and assist with resolving variances.
• Research: Monitor changes in payroll tax laws and regulations and help assess impacts to existing processes and procedures.

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision coverage
• company-provided life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• sick/vacation plans
• access to our fully equipped onsite gym (San Juan Capistrano office location)
• professional growth and development through our Learning Management System as well as training sessions and seminars

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees