Title:
Associate Specialist, Payroll (Tax) - 1 Year Contract

This position is responsible for: -

Timely & accurate deposits and Reporting of US Federal/State/Local/County; Unemployment & back up withholding taxes;

providing customer service on Payroll tax issues to business and employees;

performing Tax research, registration and correspondence;

assisting with State registrations and Multi-State reporting;

providing support for tax audits;

performing system testing of new authorities, wage types, tax law changes;

driving process improvements and automation;

handling special projects as assigned.

Required qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Accounting or business equivalent

Knowledge of federal, state, local payroll tax regulations

SAP experience in the HR/Payroll module will be an advantage but experience in a leading ERP system is desirable

Good communication skills and at least 2 years experience of working within a payroll or tax environment.

Demonstrated understanding of accounting principles and payroll taxes

Strong facilitator capable of influencing certain levels of the organization

High level of energy, self-direction, motivation, follow-through and issue ownership

Advanced skills in Word, Excel and other database applications

Ability to handle multiple priorities in a deadline driven environment

Strong analytical and problem solving and continuous process improvement skills

Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including weekends and holidays

Demonstrated strong networking skills

Demonstrated ability to manage conflict/resolution