Fugro · 1 week ago
Payroll Tax Specialist
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expFugro is a company dedicated to creating a safe and livable world, and they are seeking a Payroll Tax Specialist to manage payroll and expense data while ensuring compliance with various laws and policies. The role involves processing payroll, verifying expense reports, and supporting payroll tax filings across multiple entities and states.
ConstructionOil and GasProject Management
Responsibilities
Lead by example and place Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and the protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at risk
Perform routine accounting operations related to employee time, payroll, and expense data for multiple entities and states
Compile, analyze, and input payroll data using automated systems to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
Review and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, rules, and regulations
Process and verify employee expense reports and advances for timely and accurate reimbursement
Compile payroll data, including garnishments, vacation, sick leave, and deductions; analyze for accuracy and completeness
Assist in preparing bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports (e.g., gross payroll, hours worked, tax deductions, benefits)
Support the preparation and filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual federal and state payroll tax filings
Maintain confidentiality of payroll and compensation data
Promote continuous improvement in payroll processes, safety, and quality management systems
Maintain effective working relationships and demonstrate a positive, punctual, and professional attitude
Support other accounting functions and perform incidental duties such as filing, responding to employee pay inquiries, and interdepartmental communication
Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation
Qualification
Required
Legally Authorized to work in the United States, without restrictions
Possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent required
Have 5 years or more of payroll processing experience
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and regulations
Extensive experience in multi-state and multi-jurisdictional payroll tax compliance
Proven ability to prepare and file payroll tax returns and reports, including Federal Forms 941, 940, W-2, W-3. State and local filings
Ability to monitor and interpret changes in tax laws and regulations, and implement necessary updates to payroll processes
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data validation)
Possess strong working knowledge of computers and fluent in a variety of software applications (including but not limited to MS Office)
Advanced knowledge of Windows operating system, including but not limited to Windows 7
Preferred
An associate's degree in accounting preferred
Familiarity with prevailing wage and union payroll is a plus
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
Proficiency in Workday Payroll and Deltek Vantagepoint 7.0 a plus
Benefits
Opportunities to sharpen skills and provide career growth through on-the-job learning experiences
LinkedIn Learning access
Business and technical training
Leadership development programs
Variety of flexible work models
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Fugro
Fugro is a provider of geo-intelligence and asset integrity solutions for large constructions, infrastructure, and natural resources.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$414MKey Investors
Royal Boskalis Westminster
2024-12-18Post Ipo Debt· $414M
2014-11-09Post Ipo Equity
1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
Annabelle Vos
Group Director Middle East & India
Recent News
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