Payroll Tax Analyst (Onsite In Shelton, CT)

At Pitney Bowes, we do the right thing, the right way. As a member of our team, you can too.

We have amazing people who are the driving force, the inspiration and foundation of our company. Our thriving culture can be broken down into four components: Client. Team. Win. Innovate.

We actively look for prospects who:

• Are passionate about client success.
• Enjoy collaborating with others.
• Strive to exceed expectations.
• Move boldly in the quest for superior and best in market solutions.

Job Description:

Pitney Bowes is seeking a Payroll Tax Analyst onsite in Shelton, Connecticut.

The annual salary is $70,000 - $85,000, with the actual pay dependent on your skills and experience as they relate to the job requirements and the location where you will be performing the job.

Your work schedule will be Monday - Friday during traditional business hours.

As a Payroll Tax Analyst, you will be responsible for delivering all aspects of the Weekly, Biweekly and Monthly payroll tax service for various business units across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Under the guidance of the Payroll Manager, the position will assist in maintaining the relationships with outsourced payroll tax providers ensuring cost efficiencies across all business units. You will work closely with local management, HR, Audit and Finance teams to deliver on your responsibilities, ensure policy and legislation compliance, and deliver high quality customer service using continuous improvement techniques, standalone projects, and leveraging best practice.

Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the day-to-day processing of Payroll Tax

• Access Federal, State/Provincial and Local Tax agencies

• Respond to Federal, State/Provincial and Local tax inquiries.

• Monitor tax filing for all PB entities.

• Per payroll funding reconciliation for tax

• Support monthly payroll tie out for SOX compliance (North America)

• Some data input

• Manage quarterly tax filing for US, Puerto Rico, and Canada

• Manage year-end W2/1099/T4/RL1 processing for US, Puerto Rico, and Canada

• Support the development and maintenance of a Payroll Tax Operations Manual

• Keep up to date with all North American payroll tax legislation and any changes to facilitate improved performance within the entire payroll workflow (Workday) and any ancillary systems (SAP, ADP Smart Compliance)

• Collaborate closely with our outsourcing provider to review entries, reconciliations, and other month-end close-related activities.

• Document current and new tax processes, where they do not exist.

• Adhere to service level agreements (SLAs) set by internal customers.

• Support internal and external audits including preparation of audit support and responding to auditor inquiries and payroll general ledger account reconciliation inquiries.

• Manage, establish, and build effective relationships with key business partners as primary point of contact for all related programs, planning, reporting, and analysis.

• Assist in the development and implementation of new business processes and systems.

• Planning for operational changes arising from organizational change and/or efficiencies.

• Other duties as assigned.

Background:

• 2 - 5 years of professional experience in multi-national, multi-entity payroll tax filing and general ledger account reconciliation
• Experience using Workday and ADP Smart Compliance applications.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Experience of managing customer relationships and resolving dissatisfied or difficult customer issues
• Ability to communicate across all business units at all levels.
• Detail and deadline oriented.
• Demonstrable analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to take the lead on any new projects and implementations surrounding payroll tax filing.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of US, Puerto Rico, and Canadian payroll tax.

Pitney Bowes Financial Services has a long history of simplifying shipping and mailing for our customers. For over 50 years, our captive financing has streamlined equipment purchases, while our payment solutions help customers simplify the cash management of their mailing and shipping logistics.

To better serve our customers, we have increased our capabilities to include shipping expenses and expanded offerings across our international footprint, with each market conforming to local regulatory requirements.

We will:

• Provide the opportunity to grow and develop your career
• Offer an inclusive environment that encourages diverse perspectives and ideas
• Deliver challenging and unique opportunities to contribute to the success of a transforming organization
• Offer comprehensive benefits globally (PB Live Well)

Pitney Bowes is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability (mental or physical), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All qualified applicants, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

All interested individuals must apply online. Individuals with disabilities who cannot apply via our online application should refer to the alternate application options via our Individuals with Disabilities link.