Payroll Tax Analyst I

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

The Payroll Tax Analyst resolves payroll tax issues and maintains compliance with federal and state tax laws.  This role will also support the payroll manager and payroll administrators.

• Address inquiries from taxing jurisdictions
• Monitor compliance with federal and state payroll tax laws
• Analyze data to make decisions, research issues and audit
• Research and resolve payroll tax discrepancies
• Produce documentation to agencies and for audits
• Understand quarterly and annual filings for federal and multi-state payrolls
• Assist ADP with filings, account registrations, and account closings
• Collaborate with the payroll team to ensure daily compliance
• Serve as back up for payroll administrators and manager

Education and Experience

• Associate degree
• Minimum 2 years' experience in payroll tax processing.
• One year payroll experience
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Licenses/ Certifications

• Fundamentals of Payroll Certification (preferred)

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
• Wealth: Competitive pay ($24-$26/hr USD), matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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