Forvis

Forvis

Payroll Tax Associate

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Full TimeMidRemoteUS

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Job Description

General information Name Payroll Tax Associate Posting Title Payroll Tax Associate Ref # 2236775 Date Published Monday, May 11, 2026 Close Date 07/14/2026 Job Category Internal Firm Services Advertise

Key Highlights

  • Perform payroll tax processing and validation across jurisdictions
  • Maintain and review employee tax setup including work/resident jurisdictions and SUI applicability
  • Review, research, and respond to payroll tax notices
  • Support payroll tax reconciliations including quarterly and year-end balancing
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience
  • Strong knowledge of payroll tax compliance and multi-state taxation
  • Experience with payroll tax notice review and resolution
  • Understanding of SUI tax rates and account management
  • Basic understanding of IRS Circular E (Publication 15)
  • Understanding of prior quarter adjustments, including identifying discrepancies, processing amended filings (e.g., 941-X), and reconciliation impact
  • Experience with payroll tax reconciliations and audit support
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with payroll systems (Workday preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
  • Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • 3-5 years of related experience with multi-state exposure, SUI rate management, and tax notice resolution
  • Certifications: FPC, CPP, SHRM-CP, or PHR

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Job Details

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience Level

Mid

Location

USA

Work Mode

Remote

Posted

Today

Country

US