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Little Sprouts, LLC · 4 weeks ago

Payroll - Tax Specialist (Independent Contractor)

Lawrence, MA

Part-time, Contract

Hybrid

Mid Level

$30/hr - $35/hr

3+ years exp

Little Sprouts, LLC is part of a dynamic and fast-growing industry, seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Payroll Tax Specialist to join their payroll team. The role involves leading payroll tax compliance and administration, ensuring accurate reporting and advising on multi-jurisdictional payroll tax matters while collaborating closely with the payroll team to support timely payroll processing.

Education

Responsibilities

Collaborate with payroll team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including but not limited to the correct calculation and application of payroll taxes

Monitor changes in federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations, ensuring payroll systems and pay codes remain compliant

Reconcile payroll tax liabilities and proactively resolve discrepancies or issues related to payroll tax filings

Respond to tax agency notices and inquiries, investigating and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner

Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including the preparation and distribution of W-2 forms

Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and ensuring compliance with payroll-related policies and procedures

Maintain compliance with employee withholding forms (W-4) and provide education to employees on updates and changes

Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the implementation of best practices in payroll tax administration

Provide support with daily payroll operations, including tasks related to pay cycles such as reviewing and correcting timecards, populating timecard data, and assisting with general payroll-related activities

Serve as a backup for payroll processing to ensure continuity of operations

Other job-related duties or tasks as assigned

Qualification

Payroll tax complianceMulti-state payroll taxPayroll systems experienceMicrosoft ExcelAnalytical skillsCertified Payroll ProfessionalAttention to detailOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills