Tax Specialist II - Amended Returns

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Tax Specialist II - Amended Returns
Description
The Tax Department (Amended Returns) is relied upon by all facets of the organization including sales, new client implementation, client support, and finance. The Tax Filing Service is responsible for Tax Deposits exceeding $40 billion annually and filing 800,000 tax returns. The Tax Specialist II role will concentrate on filing amended returns while providing input to improve the current process from end to end.
Responsibilities:

• Review, balance and prepare amended tax return packages for customers.
• File all amended returns, including paper, electronic upload, and manual creation.
• Ability to recognize errors in help ticket requests and consult with team, internal partners, and clients to ensure accurate amended return filing.
• Assist with balancing and reconciling amendments
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives focused on increasing throughout, realizing revenue, and enhancing client experience through shortening average completion times and proving transparency in case status.
• Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen processes and deliverables.
• Stay up to date on the latest developments as they affect tax regulations and policies.
• Communicate information related to complex taxation issues to internal partners designated to manage client relationship

Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Payroll, Accounting or Tax Compliance field
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• CPP preferred
• IRS Enrolled Agent Credentials, Certified Payroll Professional or significant progress toward certification highly desired

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Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected] .
This role can be performed from any office in the US. The pay range for this position in Colorado is $42,810 - $53,383/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position offers a full range of benefits outlined here. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers.