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Description We are looking for a skilled Payroll Tax Accountant to join our team in San Francisco, California. This is a long-term contract position suited for an experienced individual with expertise in multi-state payroll tax compliance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and bring strong problem-solving skills to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll tax notices by liaising with government agencies and internal teams.

• Conduct detailed reconciliations and analysis of payroll tax issues to support compliance efforts.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate payroll processing and tax reporting.

• Monitor and track tax notices, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution.

• Utilize tools like ADP Workforce Now and SmartCompliance to streamline payroll tax operations.

• Provide support for payroll processing across domestic and international locations as needed.

• Analyze and manipulate data using Excel to aid audits and reconciliation processes.

• Work closely with stakeholders to maintain compliance with multi-state payroll regulations.

• Contribute to the development of best practices for payroll tax compliance within the organization.

• Coordinate with Workday analysts and other team members to optimize payroll tax workflows. Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll and tax compliance, ideally within a mid-to-large size organization.

• Proficiency in multi-state and international payroll tax regulations and compliance procedures.

• Advanced Excel skills for data manipulation and analysis.

• Familiarity with accounting software systems such as ADP Workforce Now and SmartCompliance.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Experience with global payroll systems is a plus.

• Knowledge of compliance processes, including reviewing tax notices and resolving discrepancies.

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external agencies.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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