Payroll Tax Specialist preparing and auditing payroll returns for Cast & Crew, an entertainment technology and services provider. Reconciling filings, payments, agency records, and tax accounts.
Responsibilities
Prepare and audit quarterly and annual payroll tax returns
Reconcile tax filings with agency records and general ledger accounts
Prepare check requests and electronic fund transfer requests for payments
Reconcile W-2 totals with quarterly filings
Verify tax forms to detect programming errors
Track completed tax returns and ensure all required returns are filed
Sort, attach, organize, and file checks, vouchers, tax returns, payment records, and tax documentation
Respond to tax notices and agency inquiries; research and resolve tax discrepancies
Negotiate with agencies to abate possible penalties and prepare supporting documentation
Consult payroll tax law references to resolve payroll tax issues
Update tax receivable accounts for 10+ companies monthly
Prepare amended tax filings, tax returns, and reports as needed
Prepare agency documentation to register new SWT and UI tax accounts
Maintain accurate tax rates, wage base limits, and account IDs in Master Tax and Media Pay
Verify account standing on CA and NY websites weekly
Ensure withholding payments are made promptly
Route the tax department’s quarterly work
Make wage corrections on quarterly returns through the master tax system
Respond to recalculation and payroll extension requests
Follow up on tax notices until cleared
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of payroll tax filing experience working with multiple entities required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is preferred
Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state payroll tax reporting
Thorough understanding of tax and withholding deposit requirements
Ability to efficiently and effectively train other team members
Ability to work overtime as needed
Ability to use software programs necessary to do the job
Strong computer and software applications skills
Hands-on experience using AI tools within your discipline, including specific tools used, workflow integration, and measurable business impact
Sedentary work condition; may occasionally involve walking or standing and exerting up to 15 lbs. of force
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
RRSP match
Paid time off
Programs designed to support employees inside and outside of work
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