• Cmpexp - Comp Exempt

    State of Indiana (Indianapolis, IN)


    CMPEXP - COMP Exempt

     

    Date Posted: Dec 19, 2025

     

    Requisition ID: 469255

    Location:

    Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

     

    Work for Indiana

     

    Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

    Office of Indiana State Comptroller:

    The State Comptroller’s office has four main areas — Accounts Payable, Accounting and Reporting, Local Government, and Payroll. Each of these departments plays a crucial role in the functionality of state government. From paying state employees to balancing the state’s checkbook to working with local units and developing year-end financial reports, these departments and the employees within them are dedicated to accurate and transparent accounting on behalf of Hoosiers across the state.

    Role Overview:

    The State Comptroller’s Payroll Department is responsible for processing a biweekly payroll for 32,000+ employees across three branches of government. We are seeking a Payroll Tax Analyst to join our team of dedicated payroll professionals to assist with Payroll Tax Compliance. This position requires analytical and problem-solving skills and an in-depth understanding of payroll best practices and payroll tax compliance. The ideal candidate should be a CPP, have a minimum of three years experience in Payroll Tax Compliance and experience with PeopleSoft for North American Payroll is preferred.

    Essential Job Responsibilities:

    + Serve as a subject matter expert in Payroll Tax Compliance

    + Responsible for withholding and reporting

    + Perform state, local, and federal tax reconciliations

    + Review, interpret, and apply IRS publications to complex tax questions

    + Communicate with tax authorities as needed

    + Research & resolve wage & tax withholding and reporting issues

    + Assist with state & federal tax form inquiries

    + Responsible for preparing federal, state & local tax amendments

    + Assist with ticket management

    + Perform daily analysis of tax queries and reports

    + Perform inputs for tax data

    + Audit tax data inputs/outputs

    + Process complex tax balance adjustments

    Requirements/Qualifications:

    + 3+ years of experience with payroll best practices and tax compliance

    + Experience in payroll tax withholding & reporting

    + Experience with Federal and State Payroll Tax Compliance

    + Knowledge of Forms W-2, W-2c, 941, 941-X, WH-3, WH-1

    + Knowledge of IRS Notifications & Discrepancy letters

    + Experience with researching IRS Publications

    + Experience communicating with tax authorities

    + Must have a strong understanding of filing deadlines

    + Have well-developed root-cause analytical skills

    + Must have the ability to troubleshoot complex problems

    + Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize

    + Have a strong attention to detail

    + Have strong verbal and written communication skills

    + Must be able to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive data

    + Must demonstrate exceptional customer service

    + Must have a strong desire to learn independently

    + Must have the ability to collaborate and work with a team

    Preferred Experience:

    + 3+ years of payroll experience

    + Certified Payroll Professional

    + Knowledge of payroll concepts & best practices

    + Experience with PeopleSoft Payroll for North America

    + Experience in state government

    Salary Statement:

    The salary for this position traditionally starts at $70,000.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

    Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

    The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

    + Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

    + Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

    + Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

    + Indiana Deferred Compensation Plan (Hoosier START) 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

    + Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options with Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS)

    + A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

    + 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

    + Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

    + Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

    + 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

    + Group life insurance

    + Referral Bonus program

    + Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

    + Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

    + Free Parking

    + Free LinkedIn Learning access

    Equal Employment Opportunity:

    The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at  [email protected] .

     

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