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Payroll Tax Specialist

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Location: Remote
Compensation: To Be Discussed
Reviewed: Fri, Nov 06, 2026
This job expires in: 28 days

Job Summary

Seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Tax Specialist, the part-time role will manage multi-state tax compliance, including registrations, filings, and resolving discrepancies, while working remotely for 15-20 hours per week.

Key responsibilities
  • Register companies for new state and local tax accounts as clients expand into new jurisdictions
  • Prepare and file payroll tax returns and year-end forms accurately and on time
  • Research and resolve complex payroll tax issues, working directly with IRS and state agencies
Required qualifications
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in payroll tax compliance across multiple states
  • Strong working knowledge of federal and state payroll tax regulations
  • Experience with ADP Workforce Now; familiarity with other payroll/HRIS platforms is a plus
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred

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