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Senior Payroll Tax Analyst

Tempe, AZ, usFull-time2026-10-30 → 2026-11-11

Core

Subject matter expert ensuring accurate, timely payroll tax compliance and resolution across multiple states.

Role type

Senior Payroll Tax Analyst

Builds

Payroll tax filings, reports, and internal controls

Domain

Payroll & Tax Compliance

Required skills

Multi-state payroll tax compliance, federal/state/local tax law expertise, complex tax discrepancy resolution, audit coordination, process improvement, payroll system configuration, data analysis, Excel proficiency

Preferred skills

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Workday/UKG/ADP Workforce Now experience

Technologies

Workday, UKG, ADP Workforce Now, Excel

Responsibilities

Research and resolve payroll tax discrepancies and agency notices; independently review and reconcile quarterly/annual tax filings (Forms 941, 940, W-2, W-3); lead complex payroll tax investigations; coordinate responses to audits and inquiries; monitor tax legislation changes and update processes; strengthen internal controls and documentation; provide expert support during payroll processing and year-end activities; oversee state-specific unclaimed property requirements; assist with system upgrades and testing.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC