• Tax Accountant II

    Aston Carter (Seattle, WA)


    Professional Expertise

    + Provide recommendations based on payroll tax expertise and industry trends

    + Identify, troubleshoot, and implement solutions for payroll tax process issues

    + Recommend and apply policy adjustments to key payroll tax processes

    + Understand and drive accountability for key controls within payroll tax operations

    Prioritization & Planning

    + Lead implementation of payroll tax process improvements

    + Collaborate to assess and prioritize critical tax work

    + Track and analyze trends using data and metrics

    Business Acumen & Problem Solving

    + Consult on and propose updates to processes in response to business or legislative changes

    + Develop and enhance documentation and policies

    + Influence stakeholders to ensure compliance

    Collaboration & Communication

    + Advise internal teams on payroll tax matters (with support)

    + Recommend best practices for payroll tax processes

    + Support tax learning initiatives for non-tax partners

    Daily Responsibilities

    + Balance daily payments

    + Process and reconcile stock transactions

    + Manage inbox and respond to inquiries and cases

    + Conduct audits and analyze large datasets

    + Update records with tax authorities

    Key Projects

    + Year-end payroll tasks

    + Handling large volumes of data in Excel

    Required Skills & Experience

    + Minimum 2 years of payroll tax experience, including payment, reconciliation, and filing

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (2+ years)

    + Customer service experience (2+ years)

    + Multi-state and provincial tax reporting and filing (2+ years)

    + Familiarity with federal, state, local, and provincial labor laws

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP), Word, and other Office tools

    + Experience with SAP, ADP Payroll, and tax compliance software

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    + Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Background or degree in Accounting

    + Experience with SuccessFactors

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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 hybrid position in Seattle,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.