What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Specialist position at ARIS Solutions?
$500 Sign-On Bonus
Tax Specialists - White River Jct. Vt.
Are you a tax enthusiast with a knack for numbers and a passion for helping others?
Join our dynamic team as a Tax Specialist! At ARIS Solutions, you'll find a supportive culture dedicated to professional growth, work-life balance, and making a real impact. If you're ready to thrive in a collaborative environment where your unique talents are valued, we want to hear from you!
Tax Specialist Essential Job Functions:
- Set up individual Employers in payroll software (backup- to level 2)
- Assist with questions regarding employer account setups with level 2s
- Set up each employer with their own FEIN (backup- to level 2)
- Provide customer service support to level 2s, with tax related questions.
- Set up state specific accounts such as Local, Department of Labor, and/or Department of Revenue based upon State consumer(employer) is operating in.
- File 941 quarterly with Schedule R and Schedule B
- File Tax withholding reports quarterly (Department of Revenue)
- Verify all WHT account info is entered into payroll software validating W2’s are printed with correct info
- File DOL wage contribution reports quarterly (Department of Labor)
- Manage DOL rates for all employers and record in payroll software w/ acct info
- Update payroll software with rate changes (upon receipt of acct info, and yearly as DOL rates employers based on activity of account)
- Respond to State when they reach out regarding account information and/or filing.
- File 940 FUTA returns with Schedule R annually
- Department of Revenue and local tax W2 uploads as required by certain states and localities
- Generate W-2s to mail to employees
- Deposit federal taxes semi-weekly at the completion of each payroll cycle
- Deposit State income taxes at the completion of each payroll cycle
- Deposit FUTA tax when applicable
- Mastertax and AnnKissam imports from CYMA
Qualifications and Skills Level:
- Communicate effectively, both orally and written.
- Maintain a professional/ respectful appearance and attitude and represent the Agency in such a manner.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of related tax, accounting, or payroll experience
- High level of computer proficiency; payroll & timekeeping platforms, MS Office, Accounting Software.
- Ability to work across multiple, sophisticated computer systems and synthesize information obtained within each platform.
- Excellent organizational, presentation and communication skills.
Additional Requirements:
Critical Thinking
- - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Complex Problem Solving
- - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Troubleshooting
- - Determining causes of errors and deciding what to do about it.
Benefits:
- Medical Coverage (79% Employer paid)
- Dental Coverage (80% Employer paid)
- Vision Coverage (50% Employer paid)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Long-term Disability Benefits (100% Employer paid)
- Short-tern Disability Benefits (100% Employer paid)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Reimbursement Accounts
- Dependent Care Accounts
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Accident/Critical Care Coverage
- Retirement with up to 5% Employer Match (after 1 year of employment)
- Volunteer Time
- Tire Purchase Program (after 6 months of employment)
- Wellness Program/Benefits
- Tuition Assistance (GradFin)
- Travel Assistance with Identity Theft
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Personal Time
- 12 Paid Holiday
ARIS Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
