Payroll Tax Analyst

Melita Group

. Serve as Melita's subject-matter expert on federal, state, and local payroll tax calculation rules, tax reporting, and tax form filing .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in federal, state, and local payroll tax calculation, compliance, and reporting, with a strong focus on multi-state payroll processing. Proficient in using payroll technologies and maintaining accurate tax records while providing exceptional client service.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Payroll Tax ComplianceMulti-State Payroll ProcessingADP Workforce NowFPC or CPP CertificationAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Payroll Tax CalculationTax ReportingTax Form FilingPayroll Record MaintenanceQuarter-End ReconciliationYear-End ReconciliationResearching Payroll Tax LawsClient Processing ComplianceTax Notice ResolutionAmended Returns Processing

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCustomer ServiceCommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookPaylocityRippling

Certifications & Qualifications

FPC CertificationCPP Certification

Industry Keywords

Payroll ServicesPayroll Tax AccountsTax AgenciesPayroll ProcessingCompliance Verification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Melita's subject-matter expert on federal, state, and local payroll tax calculation rules, tax reporting, and tax form filing
Research federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, rates, and requirements and translate them into compliant client processing
Partner with the Payroll Services Manager on tax-related matters and advise on complex, multi-state situations
Register and maintain federal, state, and local payroll tax accounts for clients
Resolve agency tax notices and serve as the point of contact with taxing agencies and payroll vendors
Audit, reconcile, and maintain payroll tax records using payroll technologies, including quarter-end and year-end reconciliation
Work with tax agencies to process amended returns and submit payments as needed
Build relationships with clients and colleagues
Communicate clearly and maintain documented records of registrations, filings, and adjustments
Cross-train on payroll processing and support the broader Payroll Services team as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 to 5 years of payroll and payroll tax experience, including multi-state payroll and tax processing on a payroll services platform
Experience researching federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, processes, and policies to verify compliance
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and customer-service skills
High attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Commitment to quality work and strong desire to excel
Degree in accounting or a related field (preferred)
Current FPC or CPP certification (preferred)
Ability to coordinate with payroll resources across global markets (preferred)
Knowledge of payroll tax processing through ADP Workforce Now, Paylocity and/or Rippling (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment