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Job Title: Tax AssistantJob Description

The Tax Assistant will provide administrative and operational support to the Tax and Payroll Analyst, focusing primarily on payroll tax compliance and reporting. This role is crucial in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll tax filings, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, and supporting audits and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

+ Assist in the preparation and submission of payroll tax filings (federal, state, and local).

+ Maintain and update payroll tax records and documentation.

+ Support the reconciliation of payroll tax liabilities and payments.

+ Respond to tax notices and assist in resolving discrepancies with tax authorities.

+ Help gather and organize data for internal and external audits.

+ Monitor changes in payroll tax laws and regulations and assist in implementing necessary updates.

+ Collaborate with HR and Payroll teams to ensure accurate employee tax data.

+ Assist in preparing reports and summaries for management review.

+ Support process improvement initiatives related to payroll tax operations.

Essential Skills

+ 1–2 years of experience in payroll, tax, or accounting support roles.

+ Experience and familiarity with payroll taxes.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.

+ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

+ Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity.

+ Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Familiarity with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, PeopleSoft) and tax filing platforms.

+ Flexibility with working hours.

+ Availability from 8-5 (EST).

Work Environment

The role is open due to the inheritance of payroll tax issues from a previous company acquisition, requiring assistance to sort out the work. This position offers the flexibility to work fully remotely.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.