Temporary Payroll Tax Analyst Contractor

Company Description

Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions and exceptional service. We believe home is more than just a place — it should be a source of creativity, comfort, and connection. From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to versatile pantries and home offices, we design custom storage solutions that add value to your life and home by making space for what belongs. Think of it as ‘practical magic.’ 

Job Description

We are looking for a payroll tax analyst/specialist with moderate to complex level multi-state tax accounting/withholding, reporting, analysis and audit experience. This individual will work with the Senior Payroll Manager to clear the backlog of tax related actions, prepare all CC companies year-end processes, and develop documentation and structure for future tax account maintenance.

Pay Range: $90K - $100K, depending on experience

This is a hybrid (2 days in office) temporary contractor position that will end on January 31, 2025 (4 month contract).

Primary goals:

• Audit all 2024 employee records for tax setup accuracy in preparation for Q4 and year end reporting.
  • Identify and complete all open tax registrations
  • Confirm accuracy or identify gaps of all assigned state/local taxes (EE and ER)
  • Perform 1099M and W-2 previews for configuration errors
• Assess current status of all tax accounts
  • Online portal access
  • Outstanding credit or balance due resolution
  • POA tracking and resolution, including maintenance cadence
  • 2025 unemployment rate – track incoming & source from state portals
• Create SOP documentation for tax related questions
  • New state registration and activation
  • Create live/ work reference grid (e.g. team member lives in RI, works in MA)
• Develop/finalize tax maintenance filing structure
  • Review current structure and identify opportunities to standardize/improve for future growth
  • Assist with moving remaining files from old Restricted site to the new Payroll site

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working as a tax analyst or similar role
• Excellent research, analytical, and data management skills
• Multi-FEIN and multi-state payroll tax regulation experience
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is preferred, but not required
• Paylocity experience preferred, but not required

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