WM · 6 hours ago
Global Senior Manager, Payroll Tax and Compliance
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expWM is seeking a Senior Manager for Payroll Tax and Compliance who will lead the development and execution of the payroll tax strategy while ensuring compliance with various payroll tax regulations. The role involves overseeing payroll tax operations, providing subject matter expertise, and leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance payroll processes.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRecyclingSustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a forward-looking payroll tax strategy that aligns with organizational objectives and the overall payroll operating model
Serve as a strategic partner to Payroll Operations, Accounting, HR, and Legal, contributing insights to executive-level discussions impacting payroll, tax, and workforce initiatives
Identify emerging payroll tax risks, legislative changes, and compliance trends; proactively assess impacts and recommend mitigation strategies
Lead and influence cross-functional initiatives related to payroll transformations, system implementations, integrations, and process redesign
Oversee end-to-end payroll tax operations, ensuring accurate and timely calculation, withholding, filing, and remittance of all payroll taxes
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and applicable international payroll tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements
Provide subject matter expertise on complex taxable transactions, including equity compensation (e.g., RSUs, stock options), supplemental wages, fringe benefits, and multi-state taxation
Manage the year-end payroll tax process, including W-2/W-2c reporting, reconciliations, and coordination with internal and external auditors
Oversee payroll tax audits, notices, and inquiries, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with regulatory agencies
Establish and maintain strong payroll tax governance, internal controls, and documented procedures to support compliance and audit readiness
Define and monitor payroll tax key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and operational excellence
Lead root cause analysis for payroll tax issues and implement corrective and preventive actions
Ensure payroll tax policies and procedures are regularly reviewed, updated, and communicated to stakeholders
Act as the payroll tax lead for payroll and tax systems, including Oracle HCM, ADP Smart Compliance, and related tools
Partner with Payroll Operations, Integrations, and Reporting teams to ensure accurate data inputs, system configuration, and reporting integrity
Drive continuous improvement through automation, standardization, and optimization of payroll tax processes
Leverage data analytics to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities to improve compliance and efficiency
Lead, develop, and mentor payroll tax team members, fostering a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, payroll vendors, and third-party service providers
Serve as an escalation point for complex payroll tax matters, providing clear guidance and resolution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, in Accounting, Tax, Business Administration or similar area of study
8 years previous experience
3 years of people leadership experience
Preferred
Master's Degree or equivalent experience, in Accounting, Tax, Business Administration or similar area of study
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Stock Purchase Plan
Company match on 401K
Paid Vacation
Holidays
Personal Days
Company
WM is North America's leading provider of integrated environmental solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$9.95B2024-10-31Post Ipo Debt· $5.2B
2024-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2023-07-27Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
James C. Fish
Chief Executive Officer
John Morris
President and Chief Operating Officer
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