Senior Payroll Tax and Accounting Analyst

Service Center

Role and Responsibilities

• Reconciles payroll settlements to the tax remittance and validates timeliness of tax deposit processing
• Opens new state & local tax accounts and monitors through “applied for” status
• Tracks agency notices and coordinates with third-party on resolution
• Reviews UI accounts and reconciles state rates in Workday with claim administrator
• Researches inquiries from Accounting & Treasury departments and provides monthly accruals/reporting
• Works with Payroll Processing team on tax adjustments at month, quarter and year-end
• Key contributor to year end processing and W2 preparation
• Reconcile garnishment withholdings against third-party remittance
• Supports internal audit requests by providing reporting, backup and resolving inquiries
• Coordinates with payroll tax consultant on recovery opportunities
• Administers Time Off plans configured in Workday including accrual rates and Grant Time awards.
• Assists with the testing of new functionality and other system/process changes affecting payroll tax, garnishment processing or Time Off.
• Research and resolve payroll tax, garnishment and Time Off inquires from teammates in a timely and accurate manner using case management system

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Associates Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or commensurate experience.
• Over 5 years of payroll processing experience.
• Familiarity with payroll practices, processes, and related regulatory requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to interface with teammates and managers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of products including intermediate Excel skills (vlookup, pivot tables, control totals, etc.).
• Automotive repair industry experience specifically with Flag pay is preferred, but not required.