Payroll Tax Analyst | Chesapeake, VA | Onsite | ADP & Workday Experience Preferred

Job Description:

The Payroll Tax Analyst is responsible for managing payroll tax activities including compliance, filings, reconciliations, and issue resolution across multi-state payroll operations. This role acts as a bridge between associate and managerial levels, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and process efficiency.

Payroll Tax Processing

• Manage end-to-end payroll tax calculations for multi-state employees
• Review and validate tax deductions and system setups
• Ensure accuracy in payroll tax configurations

Tax Filing & Compliance

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax filings
• Handle Forms 941, 940, W-2, W-2C, and amendments
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and deadlines

Reconciliation & Reporting

• Perform advanced payroll tax reconciliations
• Analyze discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Generate reports for management review

Year-End Activities

• Lead/support W-2 processing and validation
• Handle corrections and amendments
• Ensure smooth year-end close activities

Tax Notices & Resolution

• Handle complex tax notices and agency communications
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve issues
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams

Process Improvement

• Identify process gaps and suggest improvements
• Assist in SOP creation and updates
• Support automation and system enhancements

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with Payroll, HR, Finance teams
• Coordinate with external vendors and agencies
• Provide guidance to junior team members

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• 4+ years of Payroll/Payroll Tax experience
• Strong knowledge of US payroll tax regulations
• Experience in multi-state payroll environment
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems (ADP, Workday, etc.)
• Strong analytical and Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience with tax notices and amendments
• Knowledge of local taxes
• CPP certification (preferred)

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving
• Communication skills
• Ability to handle deadlines

Additional Information:

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