Payroll Tax Specialist
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Accounting / Finance
Job Description Apply Now
The Payroll Tax Specialist plays a pivotal role in managing and ensuring compliance with payroll tax functions across an organization, utilizing advanced ERP systems such as SAP and collaborating closely with external tax partners like ADP. This critical position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of payroll tax operations, maintaining accurate records, processing timely filings, and addressing complex tax issues that arise in a multi-state payroll environment. As a Payroll Tax Specialist, you will work within a team-oriented setting, contributing your expertise to support the organization's financial and regulatory objectives, particularly within the energy sector where precision in payroll tax management is essential.
This full-time Payroll Tax Specialist opportunity is designed for individuals with a strong background in payroll operations and a thorough understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations. You will interact with internal employee groups to resolve tax concerns and collaborate with IT professionals to ensure that system changes related to tax rates and calculations are rigorously tested and implemented. The position requires proactive monitoring of all payroll tax filings and notices, as well as coordination with external tax service providers to ensure that all compliance obligations are met efficiently and accurately.
Choosing to become a Payroll Tax Specialist means joining a reputable organization recognized for its commitment to both technological advancement and employee success. The company offers a dynamic and supportive workplace, where you can further develop your skills and contribute to an industry-leading team. Working with a dedicated engagement manager, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and the chance to be part of an award-winning organization that values long-term employee growth and satisfaction.
If you are looking for an opportunity to leverage your payroll tax expertise, deepen your understanding of ERP payroll systems, and play a vital role in ensuring the organization's compliance and operational excellence, this Payroll Tax Specialist role could be an ideal next step in your career. Apply now by clicking the application button to take your career to the next level!
Payroll Tax Specialist - Summary- Oversees payroll tax functions within the SAP payroll system in a multi-state environment
- Coordinates with external tax teams, including ADP, to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Acts as a subject matter expert for all payroll tax-related inquiries and concerns
- Ensures timely resolution of payroll tax filings and notices
- Collaborates across internal teams to support organizational payroll objectives
- Lead payroll tax operations within the SAP payroll system, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all processes
- Partner with external tax service providers like ADP to manage payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and regulatory updates
- Resolve payroll tax questions and issues from employee groups, providing clear and effective communication
- Work closely with the payroll team to process weekly tax withholdings and address any discrepancies
- Monitor all payroll tax filings and notices, ensuring each is handled in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Test and implement changes to tax rates and calculations in collaboration with IT teams
- Document and maintain payroll tax procedures, supporting process improvements and regulatory compliance
- Competitive compensation package tailored to industry standards
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program to support long-term financial growth
- Life insurance coverage for added security
- Access to a dedicated engagement manager focused on your professional development and success
- Opportunity to join an organization recognized with the ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award for multiple consecutive years
- Minimum of 3 years of recent payroll experience using an ERP platform, preferably SAP, in a multi-state payroll tax environment
- Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and best practices
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Demonstrated ability to handle payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Experience with ADP Smart Compliance is considered a plus but not required
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to payroll tax issues
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and external partners
- Adaptable to changes in regulations, technology, and organizational processes
- Motivated to maintain the highest standards of compliance and accuracy
- Organization operates in the energy sector, offering robust opportunities for professional growth
- Company culture emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge payroll technology and industry-leading partners
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are ready to advance your career as a Payroll Tax Specialist, click the application button now to submit your application and join a team that values expertise, growth, and success.