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Robert Half Payroll and Tax Administrator in Sacramento, California
Description
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Payroll and Tax Administrator to join our team in the Greater Sacramento area. This role revolves around the wholesale distribution and construction industry, where you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient processing of payroll taxes and maintaining compliance at all levels of the organization.
For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole directly via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.
Responsibilities:
• Accurately prepare and deposit payroll taxes on a regular basis, including monthly, quarterly, and yearly.
• Handle tax reporting and filing for local, state, and federal payroll taxes, ensuring compliance with labor statistics reports.
• Participate in the annual W-2 multi-departmental project, including the preparation of W-2 forms.
• Conduct research to resolve any discrepancies or issues with local, state, and federal payroll tax account balances.
• Collaborate with Payroll Tax Analysts, Payroll Manager, Treasury Team, and Payroll Team members to validate results of payroll tax changes.
• Assist with tax projects for year-end income tax filing/reporting, including testing of SAP service packs.
• Maintain effective communication between SAP team, payroll, and human resources regarding any changes that may affect payroll tax filing, compliance reporting, and taxation.
• Conduct ongoing research and testing to fine-tune tax filing form/magnetic media/internet filing processes.
• Maintain a list of sample audit items for quarter and year-end for Internal Audit.
• Respond to tax questions and requests for W2s directly from Employees or other colleagues.
• Uphold all safety rules set forth by the company and government regulatory agencies, ensuring that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Undertake other duties and payroll projects as assigned.
Requirements • Proficient understanding of Multistate Payroll processing and regulations
• Comprehensive knowledge of Payroll Taxes and related legislations
• Familiarity with wholesale distribution industry and associated payroll complexities
• Ability to manage and analyze large datasets
• Proficient with payroll software and systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with various departments
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive data
• Proven experience in resolving tax notices and discrepancies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field
• Detail oriented certification in Payroll (CPP) would be an advantage
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify tax discrepancies and propose solutions
• Demonstrated experience in preparing and filing tax returns for a large organization.
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