Executive Payroll Tax Specialist

2 weeks ago

Detroit, Michigan, United States Rock Family of Companies Full time


The Rock Family of Companies is made up of nearly 100 separate businesses spanning fintech, sports, entertainment, real estate, startups and more.

We're united by our culture - a drive to find a better way that fuels our commitment to our clients, our community and our team members.

We believe in and build inclusive workplaces, where every voice is heard and diverse perspectives are welcomed.

Working for a company in the Family is about more than just a job - it's about having the opportunity to become the best version of yourself.


RKT Holdings is a centralized hub that delivers thoughtful and innovative solutions for
Rocket Companies . We are the center of operations, technology, marketing, HR, legal, strategy and more that propels our companies forward. Here, we'll give you the opportunity to launch your career and work with various companies, spanning multiple industries from fintech, to auto and real estate. We offer you the tools you'll need to succeed, no matter what stage you're at in your career. You'll be able to master your craft here by working on complex problems in a collaborative culture and challenging yourself to make a real impact.

_Apply today to see all that Rocket Companies has to offer_

Minimum Qualifications

  • 8 years of payroll processing/tax experience
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
  • Expert level knowledge with Human Resource Information (HRIS) and Human Capital Management (HCM) platforms, especially Workday
  • Multi-jurisdiction tax experience and reciprocity
  • Knowledge of Labor Laws

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources (HR), Business, Accounting or another related field
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Expert level communication, organization and customer service skills

Job Summary


As an Executive Payroll Tax Specialist, you'll lead payroll tax activities for the team and support payroll processing and stock needs.

You'll be the subject matter expert for external teams and mentor other payroll team members.

Responsibilities

  • Lead processing and auditing for quarter and yearend tax related tasks, including W2/W2 C processing
  • Support Workday system enhancement releases and provide team education regarding releases
  • Lead payroll tax initiatives as they arise
  • Drive the business forward through the identification and implementation of efficiencies for payroll tax processes
  • Serve as subject matter expert (SME) and partner with external auditing companies to gather documentation for payroll, tax, worker's compensation and unemployment
  • Partner with the internal audit team and provide documents as requested
  • Conduct regular audits to proactively ensure tax compliance
  • Support of the filing and auditing of 941's and Amendments, State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) Taxes, State and Local taxes
  • Serve as the SME and main point of contact for relationships with third party vendor for tax filings
  • Act as the SME for the Payroll Tax team, including cross-training Payroll team members and providing leadership support as needed
  • Assist resolution of any issues related to tax return filings, including penalty notices and abatement requests
  • Serve as the backup point of contact for unemployment tax filings, including updating rates as needed
  • Keep abreast of the payroll processing system and changes in wage, tax laws and correspond with Federal, State, Local Tax Agencies to advise leaders and team members
  • Maintain understanding of overall equity programs including TMSPP purchases, RSU vesting and stock option exercises to support tax needs
  • Represent the payroll tax processing team with business partners to identify challenges and provide solutions through changing business needs

Benefits and Perks


Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life.

We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind.


Simply put:
We've got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks ) .

Who We Are

Rocket Companies is a Detroit-based company made up of businesses that provide simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. The name comes from our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage, which was founded in 1985. Today, we're a publicly traded company involved in many different industries, including mortgages, fintech, real estate and more. We're insistently different in how we look at the world and are committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard. We're passionate about the work we do, and it shows. We've been ranked #1 for Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance List in 2022, named #5 on People Magazine's Companies That Care List in 2022 and recognized as #7 on Fortune's list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2022.

Disclaimer
This is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position. As with everything in life, things change.

The tasks and responsibilities can be changed, added to, removed, amended, deleted and modified at any time by the leadership group.


We are proud equal opportunity employers and committed to providing an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all candidates and team members.

Employment decisions, including hiring decisions, are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

We also provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law.

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in any hiring or employment practices. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in completing the application and/or participating in the employment application process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Team, The Pulse, at

We use world-class recruiting and talent management teams to help each member organization recruit the best and brightest. If you're looking for the next step in your career, you've come to the right place.

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