Tax Analyst

PAYLOCITY CORPORATION • Schaumburg, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.

While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.

We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.

There are jobs and then there are careers. Since 1997, Paylocity has been hiring talented people, giving them big challenges, and providing the right resources to help them succeed. Our award-winning culture ensures all employees feel truly welcome, appreciated, and free to be themselves. While other companies talk about it, we make it happen. Join Paylocity and launch your career!

Hybrid: This role follows a hybrid schedule at our Schaumburg, IL, office. The in-office days are subject to business needs. Candidates must be able to commute to the office as required. The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on-site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary.

Position Overview:
The Corporate Tax Analyst will report to a Corporate Tax Manager and will be a key member of the team. Key responsibilities include applicable Federal and State compliance filings, and financial statement analyses and reconciliations, inclusive of any supporting work papers, for tax related items. This is a role where the individual will be expected to work independently at times as well as ensure open communication with the team for accurate and timely reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related filed required, CPA or progress towards CPA a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in tax-related work (large corporation or public accounting experience a plus).
• Intermediate to advanced level experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and be self-motivated.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure of time constraints.
• Must be detail oriented, well organized, and have the ability to prioritize work and be able to work accurately with numbers.
• Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day.
• Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Prepare applicable federal, national, state and local jurisdiction income, franchise, sales & use, and property tax returns, including the preparation of all supporting workpapers.
• Prepare quarterly and annual income tax provision pursuant to ASC 740.
• Research federal, national, or state tax law and communicate findings.
• Prepare applicable estimated payment and extension work papers and corresponding vouchers, as needed.
• Respond and resolve tax notices from various governmental agencies through verbal or written communication.
• Prepare journal entries and reconcile applicable tax financial statement accounts on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Compile relevant data related to jurisdictional audits, as needed.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Other tax duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances.
• And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees