Payroll Tax Analyst

Salary Range: $110,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually Payroll Tax Analyst This remote position is open only to candidates who live and work in the following states: NC, SC, GA, NJ, TX, CT Position Summary: MediaCo has a need for a temporary Payroll Tax Analyst, who will play a critical role in supporting Payroll department operations. The ideal candidate must be able to multi-task; have a strong sense of organization; have expert knowledge of US payroll taxes; and work as part of a team, as well as individually, with minimal supervision. The expected length of employment for this position is 6 months. What you’ll be doing: Managing payroll taxes in approximately 21 states for 3 FEINs Optimizing current payroll software (ADP Workforce Now with Smart Compliance) to review, track and maintain agency communications Setting up new jurisdictions and registering jurisdictions with ADP for processing Resolving on-going tax issues with agencies Analyzing payroll data and preparing tax reports, as necessary Administering agency user access and company website access Standardizing processes, suggesting process improvement opportunities, and organizing large amounts of documentation Reconciling prior quarter/year filings with ADP to ensure compliance, as needed Amendment processing, Year End processing and preparation for the new year Supporting the Payroll Department with best practices, utilizing up-to-date tax knowledge Communicating with Payroll/HR, Business Partners and Management Performing other related duties as required and assigned What we’re looking for: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3 years of experience Expert knowledge of multi-state taxation, compliance, and payroll reporting Experience in ADP Smart Compliance, ADP Service Requests, and working with ADP representatives Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups) and knowledge of other standard software including Outlook, Word, and Adobe Acrobat Flexibility and ability to multi-task Creative problem-solving skills Strong analytical and numerical skills Excellent organizational and time management skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Highly detail-oriented and curious MediaCo Operations is an Equal Opportunity Employer.