We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Senior Payroll Tax Accountant to support and ensure accurate payroll tax compliance for our client in Burbank, CA. This position plays a critical role in managing payroll tax operations, including the preparation and reconciliation of payroll tax filings, maintaining compliance with evolving tax regulations, and coordinating with third-party tax service providers.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end process for payroll tax reporting and remittances at the federal, state/provincial, and local levels in the U.S. and Canada.

• Interpret and apply current tax laws and changes in legislation to maintain compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

• Complete periodic tax filings and reconciliations, including U.S. Forms 941 and W-3, and Canadian T-4s.

• Process tax payments and filings not handled by third-party providers.

• Administer and update tax rates and codes in payroll and third-party systems.

• Track and manage workers’ compensation rates and filings across Canadian provinces.

• Perform regular audits of payroll tax configurations, focusing on accurate state/province assignments for employees with differing work locations.

• Proactively identify and address tax discrepancies or system issues.

• Respond to government agency notices and collaborate with relevant departments for resolution.

• Maintain up-to-date credentials and access for tax agency portals at all applicable levels.

• Review payroll data and make necessary adjustments to taxable wages and deductions.

• Escalate unresolved payroll tax concerns to management in a timely manner.

• Generate and distribute payroll-related reports on a scheduled and ad-hoc basis.

• Liaise with external tax partners to ensure timely and accurate payroll tax submissions.

• Act as a subject matter expert and provide support for employee payroll tax inquiries.

• Support special projects and cross-functional initiatives within the Payroll and Finance teams.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience with high-volume payroll operations.

• Strong familiarity with payroll systems (Workday experience is preferred).

• Solid understanding of payroll taxes, wage laws, garnishments, deductions, and exemptions.

• Proven experience with payroll tax reconciliation (e.g., 941s, W-3s).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, data filtering, and formulas).

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Capability to develop and interpret custom reports in HR/payroll systems.

• Payroll certification (FPC or CPP) is a plus.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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