General information

Name

Payroll Tax Associate

Posting Title

Payroll Tax Associate

Ref #

2236775

Date Published

Monday, May 11, 2026

Close Date

07/14/2026

Job Category

Internal Firm Services

Advertised Location

US-Remote

Working time

Full Time

Description & Requirements

The Payroll Tax Associate is responsible for supporting all aspects of payroll tax processing, compliance, and reporting to ensure accurate and timely execution of payroll tax obligations. This role is focused on payroll tax compliance, reconciliation, and issue resolution, including direct interaction with federal, state, and local tax authorities. The Payroll Tax Associate ensures the accuracy of payroll tax data, maintains proper tax setup, and proactively identifies and resolves discrepancies

What You Will Do:

Perform payroll tax processing and validation across jurisdictions
Maintain and review employee tax setup including work/resident jurisdictions and SUI applicability
Review, research, and respond to payroll tax notices
Support payroll tax reconciliations including quarterly and year-end balancing
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
Maintain understanding of SUI tax rates and account setup
Assist with payroll tax filings including quarterly returns and W-2/W-2C processing
Research and resolve payroll tax discrepancies
Maintain audit-ready payroll tax documentation
Support internal and external audits
Collaborate with Finance on general ledger reconciliations
Recommend process improvements
Respond to payroll tax inquiries
Process adjustments, reversals, and amended filings

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma
1-3 years of relevant experience
Strong knowledge of payroll tax compliance and multi-state taxation
Experience with payroll tax notice review and resolution
Understanding of SUI tax rates and account management
Basic understanding of IRS Circular E (Publication 15)
Understanding of prior quarter adjustments, including identifying discrepancies, processing amended filings (e.g., 941-X), and reconciliation impact
Experience with payroll tax reconciliations and audit support
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with payroll systems (Workday preferred)
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field
3-5 years of related experience with multi-state exposure, SUI rate management, and tax notice resolution
Certifications: FPC, CPP, SHRM-CP, or PHR

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About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.

With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we’re building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience® while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.

What We Offer

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