Senior Payroll Tax Specialist

1 week ago


Detroit, Michigan, United States Rock Family of Companies Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Payroll Analyst to lead our payroll tax activities and support payroll processing and stock needs. As a subject matter expert, you will mentor other payroll team members and partner with external auditing companies to gather documentation for payroll, tax, worker's compensation, and unemployment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead processing and auditing for quarter and year-end 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 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 vendors 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 in the 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 and tax laws, and correspond with Federal, State, and Local Tax Agencies to advise leaders and team members
  • Maintain an 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
About You

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have:

  • 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 include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources (HR), Business, Accounting, or another related field, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and expert-level communication, organization, and customer service skills.

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. We also provide opportunities for career growth and professional development, as well as a dynamic and inclusive work environment.



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