Starbucks · 8 hours ago
payroll tax accountant lead -Payroll Operations & Tax
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$92K/yr - $139K/yrStarbucks is seeking a Payroll Tax Accountant Lead who will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant tax operations across the U.S. and Canada. This role involves collaborating with a team to resolve escalations, support audits, and manage IRS and CRA accounts while leading payroll tax projects and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Provides ongoing training, coaching, and technical guidance to Payroll Tax Accountants while serving as the primary representative for the payroll tax function in projects and cross‑functional initiatives
Ensures business impacts are fully understood and addressed, partnering closely with stakeholders to resolve complex tax matters and delivering clear, actionable recommendations that support team objectives and broader organizational goals
Oversees the full payroll tax lifecycle, managing all daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual compliance activities across U.S. states, local jurisdictions, and Canadian provinces
Ensures accurate, timely tax filings and payments while maintaining adherence to regulatory requirements
Supports system compliance testing and tax‑related updates to ensure processes remain aligned with evolving legislation and operational needs
Leads continuous improvement efforts by evaluating existing processes, identifying opportunities to strengthen compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency
Manages and supports tax‑related audits and reconciliations, ensuring data accuracy and the integrity of payroll and tax results
Assesses the effectiveness of existing controls and implements enhancements that improve workflow, support decision‑making, and maintain compliance standards
Qualification
Required
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work as part of team
Organization skills
Knowledge of accounting systems and processes
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word)
Proficiency in tax compliance software and supporting data base tools
Ability to work independently
Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Ability to identify process efficiency and tax planning opportunities
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid parental leave
Family expansion reimbursement
Paid vacation from date of hire
Sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked)
Eight paid holidays
Two personal days per year
Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
Incentivized emergency savings
Financial well-being tools
100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
Student loan management resources
Access to other educational opportunities
Backup care
DACA reimbursement
Company
Starbucks
Starbucks is a restaurant chain that serves handcrafted ready-to-drink beverages, including coffee, tea, juices, and snack food items.
Founded in 1971
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.65BKey Investors
Elliott Management Corp.Pershing Square Capital Management
2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2024-07-19Post Ipo Equity
2018-10-10Post Ipo Equity· $900M
Leadership Team
Brian R. Niccol
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Cathy R. Smith
CFO
Recent News
2026-01-11
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