We are looking for a skilled Payroll Analyst to join our team in Dallas, Texas. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of payroll tax operations. This role involves managing payroll tax filings, analyzing compliance data, and supporting process improvements to meet both federal and local regulatory standards. Responsibilities: • Prepare and submit accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax filings, including creating and distributing W-2s and W-2Cs. • Conduct detailed analysis and reconciliation of payroll data, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. • Monitor and update payroll systems to reflect current tax rates and regulatory requirements. • Address and resolve tax inquiries, agency notices, and audits in a timely and meticulous manner. • Process wage and tax adjustments, including federal and state income tax withholdings and unemployment taxes. • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance for employees working across multiple states, including remote workers. • Develop and maintain process documentation, such as standard operating procedures and job aids, to support payroll tax activities. • Assist in system testing, tax-related projects, and the implementation of new payroll processes. • Partner with accounting teams to reconcile payroll data, prepare journal entries, and support month-end close activities. • Continuously evaluate and enhance payroll processes, leveraging tools like Workday and staying informed on best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Strong expertise in payroll tax compliance and multi-state taxation. • Proficiency in payroll systems, with experience using tools such as Workday. • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word. • Proven ability to analyze and reconcile complex payroll data with attention to detail. • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to respond to tax inquiries and audits effectively. • Strong communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external agencies. • Familiarity with payroll reporting and regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and local levels.

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Dallas, TX
remote
Temporary
28.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Analyst to join our team in Dallas, Texas. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of payroll tax operations. This role involves managing payroll tax filings, analyzing compliance data, and supporting process improvements to meet both federal and local regulatory standards. Responsibilities: • Prepare and submit accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax filings, including creating and distributing W-2s and W-2Cs. • Conduct detailed analysis and reconciliation of payroll data, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. • Monitor and update payroll systems to reflect current tax rates and regulatory requirements. • Address and resolve tax inquiries, agency notices, and audits in a timely and meticulous manner. • Process wage and tax adjustments, including federal and state income tax withholdings and unemployment taxes. • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance for employees working across multiple states, including remote workers. • Develop and maintain process documentation, such as standard operating procedures and job aids, to support payroll tax activities. • Assist in system testing, tax-related projects, and the implementation of new payroll processes. • Partner with accounting teams to reconcile payroll data, prepare journal entries, and support month-end close activities. • Continuously evaluate and enhance payroll processes, leveraging tools like Workday and staying informed on best practices.
2025-09-04T14:34:27Z