Payroll Tax Specialist jobs in Saint Paul, MN

Job Details

Working Title: Payroll Tax Accountant
Job Class: Finance Specialist 2 or 3
Agency: Mn Management & Budget

• Job ID: 82099
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/23/2024
• Closing Date: 12/13/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Mn Management & Budget / Mn Mgmt & Budget -Confidential
• Division/Unit: Personnel/Payroll / Payroll Management
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: FS2 $32.99 - $48.93 /hourly $68,883 - $102,166 / annually
• Salary Range: FS3 $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unreap
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

• Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) is hiring for a Payroll Tax Accountant position at the Finance Specialist 2 or Finance Specialist 3 classification, depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate. This is a full-time, permanent position located in MMB’s Accounting Services Division, Statewide Payroll Services Section. The position is covered under the Commissioner’s Plan. The Payroll Tax Accountant position oversees the state’s payroll tax compliance responsibilities in a multi-state environment as well as internal controls for other aspects of the section’s payroll functions. The successful candidate for this position will be eligible for a hybrid telework/in-office work schedule.
  
  NOTE: If you are interested in this position, please submit a current resume AND a complete description of your qualifications as they relate to the requirements below.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Finance Specialist 2 - Three (3) years payroll, tax, or accounting work experience with a large enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, such as Oracle/PeopleSoft, Workday, UPK, or SAP.
• Finance Specialist 3 - Four (4) years payroll, tax, or accounting work experience with a large enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, such as Oracle/PeopleSoft, Workday, UPK, or SAP
• Extensive knowledge of employment tax law and regulations
• Strong research, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent organization and communication skills

Educational experience substitution:

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (see list in Preferred Qualifications section below) will substitute for one (1) year of work experience.
• A master’s degree in a relevant field will substitute for 18 months of work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or related field
• Advanced degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or related field
• A Payroll Certification issued by the PayrollOrg (formerly the American Payroll Association (APA))
• Extensive experience with employment taxes for a large employer
• Filing of quarterly and annual tax returns
• Extensive knowledge of Oracle/PeopleSoft software
• CPA certificate/license, or Payroll Certification by PayrollOrg (formerly the American Payroll Association (APA))

Additional Requirements

Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Anne Ward at anne.ward@state.mn.us or 651-757-1789

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Anne Ward at anne.ward@state.mn.us.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.