Stride, Inc. · 2 months ago
Senior Payroll & Tax Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$22.63/hr - $39.50/hr
7+ years expStride, Inc. is a company seeking a Senior Payroll & Tax Analyst to manage the preparation and processing of multi-state payroll and ensure compliance with tax regulations. The role involves troubleshooting payroll issues, maintaining payroll systems, and providing training on tax-related topics.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for the preparation and processing of exempt (biweekly) multi-state payroll from end to end using Workday and OSV with minimal or no errors
Reconcile the payroll from period to period
Calculate pro-rate wages and deductions, when necessary, such as hire, termination, status change
Ensure tax and payroll deduction withholdings are accurate; understand reciprocity
Strong understanding about Workday retros and associated processing requirements
Perform Workday administrative functions which may include testing for integrations specific to the payroll, time tracking, and absence modules
Maintain payroll systems and records, ensuring compliance with SOX, federal, state, and local regulations
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve all payroll related issues including taxes with limited supervision and guidance
Model best practice components of customer service using ticketing system
Stay updated on payroll and benefits legislation, ensuring the organization remains compliant with all laws and regulations
Proficient and capable of independently handling all types of tax notices, as well as state and local registrations
Handle all types of address changes notifications, assess tax implications, and respond to queries regarding required tax forms, ensuring the correct forms are completed as needed
In-depth understanding of local taxes and termination laws of different states
Partner in all Quarterly and Year- End audits
Proficient in independently handling prior quarter and year tax adjustments in Workday and completing the amendment process with the payroll provider
In- depth knowledge of Equity and ESPP payroll handling process, tax implications and IRS regulations
In-depth knowledge of W-2 and income reporting to independently handle employee tax filing inquiries
Provide training to the team on tax-related topics and address changes related queries as needed, serving as a backup to the Payroll Director when required
Qualification
Required
7+ years of progressive payroll administration experience in Workday, with Workday serving as the primary and most recent payroll system of record
7+ years of experience independently handling tax notices and managing all types of state and local tax registrations including PA, Ohio, Kentucky LST taxes
A minimum of three years of experience supporting finance and accounting with month end closing and reconciliation queries
Experience in ticketing systems (i.e., Fresh Service, Zendesk)
Ability to prioritize (and re-prioritize) as business needs change
Experience working with a diverse group of stakeholders, independently leading meetings as needed, and providing back-up support to the Payroll Director to ensure team continuity when required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or equivalent additional experience strongly preferred
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact with all levels of the organization and provide strong customer service
Excellent problem solving/judgment skills with a high level of attention to detail
Superior written and oral communication skills
Strong commitment to the development and growth of team members
Advanced interpersonal skills and a flexible, business partner mindset
Time Management and Task Management skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Available to work in the Eastern time zone and OT as needed only on payroll days or a few other occasions
Demonstrates a willingness to learn and accept constructive feedback
Proactively initiates projects and contributes ideas to support departmental growth and development
CPP/FPC Certification preferred
Benefits
Health benefits
Retirement contributions
Paid time off
Company
Stride, Inc.
At Stride, we believe learning should fit you—your goals, your life, your future. Education isn’t one-size-fits-all, and we’re here to change the game.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20M2011-04-01Post Ipo Equity
2007-12-13IPO
2003-04-03Series Unknown· $20M
Leadership Team
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