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Robert Half Payroll Tax Specialist in Houston, Texas

Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Tax Specialist. The role involves managing payroll tax operations and ensuring compliance with tax laws across all states, using your strong knowledge of ADP and multistate payroll systems.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily payroll tax operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all processes.

• Uphold comprehensive knowledge of current tax laws and regulations across all states.

• Utilize ADP for efficient processing and management of payroll activities.

• Regularly review and reconcile W-2s, payroll balances, tax filings, and other financial records.

• Communicate and liaise with local, state, and federal agencies regarding tax-related issues.

• Respond to tax notices in a timely and effective manner.

• Ensure compliance with township requirements in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey.

• Conduct audits and payroll reconciliation, and handle the registration process for new states.

• Maintain high attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.

• Use HRIS Payroll System and other tools for efficient payroll tax reporting.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years' experience in a payroll tax specialist role or a similar position

• Solid understanding and proficiency in ADP

• Proven experience in auditing, specifically in relation to payroll tax.

• Expertise in Payroll Tax Reporting, Payroll Taxes, Payroll Tax Returns, and Payroll Tax Deposits.

• Familiarity with Multistate Payroll.

• Ability to utilize ADP Online effectively.

• Experience with HRIS Payroll System.

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• A proactive problem-solving approach and the ability to work independently.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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