Tax Senior Analyst

Veritas Prime

2d•$73,500 - $88,000

About The Position

As a Tax Senior Analyst at Veritas Prime, you will lead complex payroll tax activities and ensure accurate, timely tax filings, payments, and reconciliations across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. You will be a key contact for tax audits, escalations, and process improvements, while mentoring junior analysts and supporting client engagements related to payroll tax compliance. The role manages end-to-end payroll tax compliance for assigned accounts, including preparation, filing, and remittance; leads tax reconciliations and supports W-2 processing and year-end reporting; resolves discrepancies, agency notices, and penalty issues; and maintains accurate, compliant client tax records. You will also oversee tax account setup and registration updates, improve processes, collaborate with payroll and finance teams, serve as a subject matter expert on payroll tax systems and procedures, mentor junior analysts, and assist with audit preparation and agency responses. The position may be performed remotely or from Veritas Prime’s Orlando, Florida office. The stated compensation range is $73,500–$88,000, with compensation potentially above or below that range based on experience. Offers are contingent on a successful background check.

Requirements

In-depth understanding of U.S. payroll tax laws and multi-jurisdictional compliance requirements.
Demonstrated experience in tax reconciliation, filing, and issue resolution.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Excel and payroll tax platforms such as MasterTax, ADP SmartCompliance, or SAP.
At least 3 years of payroll tax experience.
Experience handling high-volume, multi-state payroll tax filings.

Nice To Haves

Payroll tax experience in a multi-client or outsourcing environment.
Prior exposure to tax audits and government agency correspondence.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end payroll tax compliance for assigned accounts, including preparation, filing, and remittance of federal, state, and local payroll taxes.
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations of tax accounts and support W-2 processing and year-end tax reporting.
Resolve complex tax discrepancies, agency notices, and penalty issues, escalating when appropriate.
Ensure client tax records are accurate, current, and compliant with applicable regulations.
Oversee and contribute to new tax account setup, registration updates, and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase tax accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
Partner with internal payroll and finance teams to resolve cross-functional issues related to tax filings.
Serve as a subject matter expert for payroll tax systems, tools, and procedures.
Mentor and provide training to junior tax analysts.
Assist in audit preparation and coordinate responses to agency inquiries.