Payroll Tax Analyst

Job Reference Number: 22844

Employment Type: Full-Time, OnsiteSegment: Elior Corporate

Brand: Elior North America Corporate

State: Texas (US-TX)

The Role at a glance:

Elior North America is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Tax Analyst to join our Corporate team in our Houston, TX office. This role is part of our Shared Services team that supports the mission of our 1500 accounts across the US.

This position will be responsible for preparing and filing of all payroll taxes in a multi-company, multi-state and local environment. You will work with third party vendors on tax reviews and prepare new tax registrations. This position is responsible for the reconciliation and accuracy of all payroll related GL accounts. This position ensures all garnishment payments are accurate and in compliance with withholding orders and the laws. Researches and responds to inquiries from employees, courts, state and federal agencies and others regarding garnishment orders. This position will also ensure compliance with internal controls.

What you'll be doing:

• Annual payroll tax filings and participate in other payroll year-end requirements
• Ensure applications to all relevant taxing agencies are made timely
• Work with the employment tax authorities on any employment tax issues
• Research state and local specific tax requirements
• Perform complex payroll tax transactions
• May perform periodic internal audits of payroll tax areas and prepare materials for external or internal auditors
• Research issues related to account variances
• Reconciliation and accuracy of all payroll related accounts
• Ensure all garnishment payments are accurate and in compliance with withholding orders and the laws.
• Research and respond to inquiries from employees, courts, state and federal agencies and others regarding garnishment orders.
  
  

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field or equivalent experience
• Three (3) years of federal, state, and local payroll withholding and unemployment tax experience, to include at minimum, PA Act 32, local tax filing in Indiana, and Ohio
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs including but not limited to Word and Excel
• Critical thinking, detail orientation, and ability to work in a fast-paced distributed environment
• Skill in providing thorough, efficient, and effective customer service to individuals at all levels within the organization
• Organizational skills to maintain appropriate files and reports
• Must have the flexibility to handle multiple projects and problems simultaneously
• Minimal travel for team meetings or business needs, no more than 10%
  
  

Nice-to-haves:

• General knowledge of SAP, Great Plains, and ADP SmartCompliance a plus
  
  

Where you'll be working:

This position will be based at our Shared Services Center in Houston, TX.

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off
  
  

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About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.