A confidential search is being conducted on behalf of a Cincinnati, Ohio Professional Employer Organization (PEO) for a Senior Payroll Tax Specialist that is focused on accurately preparing and filing state and federal tax documents. This is a hybrid position where you will work in the office two (2) days a week and at home (3) days per week.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Payroll tax account reconciliations.
- Tax notice research and resolution including communication with various agencies and clients.
- Identify and document problems and trends and recommend solutions to improve accuracy.
- Prepare and file amended returns.
- Assist with tax rate changes.
- Resolve client questions expediently with a high level of service and communicate with them regarding tax activity, prior quarter balancing issues, amended returns and tax jurisdiction correspondences.
- Ensures the daily payroll taxes are uploaded properly, and ensures the respective files are processed accurately and completely.
- Process the daily payroll taxes within MasterTax, and ensure the respective taxes are paid when due along with the filing of the necessary reports and tax returns for 150+ clients in multiple states, locals and school districts across the US.
- Assist with quarter-end closing, including the payment of taxes and the filing of tax returns within the required time frames.
- Assist in the process of year-end closing, including payment of taxes, the filing of tax returns within the required time frames, and processing and timely filing of the yearly W2 files.
- Process federal payments using EFTPS, create and print check batches for monthly tax payments.
- Other job-related duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Associate degree in Business, Accounting, or another related field preferred but not required.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in general accounting.
- General knowledge of accounting and tax software and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Prior experience auditing and understanding general ledgers and accounting principles.
- Demonstrated understanding of the different types of payroll taxes.
- Willing to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekends when necessary.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively articulate information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Great Plains.
- Must demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail and complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
- Time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- PTO
- 401(k) investment plans
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000 - $85,000 per year based on skills and experience