Stagwell · 1 week ago
Senior Payroll Tax Specialist
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelStagwell empowers talented and creative leaders to deliver breakthrough ideas for ambitious clients. They are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Tax Specialist to oversee payroll tax processing, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and manage inquiries related to payroll taxes.
Asset Management
Responsibilities
Payroll Tax Compliance: Ensure payroll taxes are accurately calculated, withheld, reported, and remitted to appropriate federal, state, and local authorities
Tax Filings: Prepare and file federal, state, and local payroll tax returns, including but not limited to 941s, state unemployment reports, and W-2s
Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits, providing documentation and resolving discrepancies related to payroll taxes
Tax Research & Updates: Stay up to date with changing payroll tax regulations and advise the team on the impact of these changes. Ensure policies and processes reflect current laws and best practices
System Maintenance & Optimization: Collaborate with HRIS and payroll teams to ensure payroll systems are set up correctly and optimized to handle complex tax requirements
Discrepancy Resolution: Address and resolve payroll tax discrepancies in a timely manner, including working with payroll staff, employees, and government agencies
Tax Deposits & Payments: Oversee the timely and accurate deposit of federal, state, and local taxes
Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner with HR, Finance, and other teams to ensure accurate data for payroll tax purposes
Training & Mentorship: Provide training and guidance to junior payroll staff, ensuring they have the knowledge and resources to manage payroll tax responsibilities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Payroll tax experience, including experience in payroll tax compliance, reporting, and tax filings
Strong knowledge of payroll systems, tax software, and MS Excel
In-depth understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and compliance requirements
Exceptional accuracy in managing complex payroll data and tax filings
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve payroll tax issues effectively
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters to non-experts
Preferred
CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or similar certifications are a plus
Experience with UKG is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision coverage
Generous PTO plan
401k program
Comprehensive family planning benefits (including paid parental leave)
Tuition reimbursement
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Company
Stagwell
Stagwell is a private equity firm led by ex-Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer
Founded in 2015
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$260MKey Investors
Carlyle AlpInvest
2021-08-02IPO
2018-08-14Private Equity· $260M
Leadership Team
Mark Penn
Chairman and CEO
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