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Payroll Tax Specialist

Justworks
Hybrid - New York, NY or Tampa, FLUpdated 81d ago
Hourly pay
$35–$43
Published hourly range
Location
Hybrid - New York, NY or Tampa, FL
Remote eligibility
Employment
Full-time
Mid-level
Role family
Finance / Legal / People
HR / Recruiting
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About the job

Justworks is a cloud-based software platform that helps businesses with payroll, HR, and benefits. As a Payroll Tax Specialist, you will be responsible for managing accurate, compliant payroll tax filings across local, state, and federal jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

  • Execute and maintain quarterly and annual payroll tax filings across all jurisdictions.
  • Ensure timely and accurate payments for assigned states during quarter-end cycles.
  • Process reversals and terminations, run daily payments, and handle check processing.
  • Manage tax ID updates and rate changes.
  • Resolve payroll tax inquiries and issues via internal tickets within SLAs.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and maintain documentation in Confluence.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in payroll tax, accounting, or related finance field.
  • In-depth understanding of local, state, and federal payroll tax processes and compliance.
  • Multi-state payroll experience preferred.
  • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in various software programs.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • APA Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is a plus.

Compensation

The base wage range for this position based in the New York City Office is $35.58 to $43.27 per hour. Actual compensation depends on factors such as skill set, experience, and location.

Benefits

Justworks offers a welcoming environment, great benefits, wellness program offerings, and company retreats.

Application

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