Sr Payroll Tax Compliance Specialist

Axelon Services CorporationCharlotte, NC

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Job Description

Job Title: Senior Payroll Tax Compliance Specialist Job Location: Charlotte, NC Hybrid 3 days onsite.

The Senior Payroll Tax Compliance Specialist supports the Client Payroll Operations team by ensuring accurate payroll tax setup, timely tax filings, and compliance with all regulatory requirements. This role oversees payroll processing functions, supervises daily workflows, and partners with internal and external stakeholders to resolve tax issues, drive process improvements, and maintain compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Review and maintain Workday payroll tax setup across legal entities and jurisdictions; partner with Alight Tax Filing Services and HRIT for updates.
Review monthly and quarterly tax filings for accuracy and timeliness; reconcile with Payroll Accounting and G/L records.
Manage payroll tax remittances, reconciliations, SUI rate updates, and tax jurisdiction applications/closures.
Research and resolve payroll tax notices for multi-state entities; escalate issues as needed.
Support internal and external audits, year-end tax provisions, and reporting requests.
Partner with Payroll Accounting to research and resolve open G/L items.
Identify and mitigate compliance risks.
Oversee payroll payments, reconciliations, and ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time.
Supervise payroll production (regular, special, and supplemental); resolve errors and delays.
Collaborate with other teams on system changes, improvements, and testing.
Perform regular payroll system audits to ensure data integrity and compliance.
Define and track key payroll tax metrics; prepare reports.
Drive process improvements to reduce manual efforts and strengthen compliance controls.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree preferred.
3+ years of payroll tax experience required; 5+ years preferred.
Strong knowledge of payroll systems (Workday) and tax compliance.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work.

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