What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Tax Accountant (Contract) position at Interpublic Group?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The main purpose of this position is to assist payroll by reversing/reissuing checks, running check printing, and balancing the taxes to be paid to state and federal agencies via ADP. They will work closely with the Payroll Tax Manager to ensure that all notices and discrepancies are reviewed and resolved. The role may also require the individual to occasionally work on special projects related to audits, reporting needs or other employment tax related items.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Understanding of multi-state employment tax concepts
- Ensure tax files are transmitted to ADP timely
- Reconcile taxes ADP is billing to payroll tax reports
- Request wire for payment of taxes
- Balance periodic/quarterly tax files/filings
- Work with ADP to resolve any tax discrepancies
- Track notices from state agencies using Excel
- Assist with tax compliance testing and reporting
- Assist with reporting needs to facilitate tax payments for miscellaneous taxes not paid by ADP or workers comp state payments
- Review and track moving/relocation payments
- Process payroll settlement, reversals and check re-issues
- Review emails for actions necessary to facilitate tax registration requests
- Review foreign vendor invoices for application of tax withholding
- Regular and reliable attendance required
- Ability to work onsite in an office environment with limited remote work alternatives, consistent with applicable law
EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Workday payroll experience
- PeopleSoft payroll experience would be a plus but not necessary
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word applications
- Ability to interface well with other internal departments and outside vendors/Federal & State agencies
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
BENEFITS OF JOINING IPG:
One of our primary goals is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our compensation plan includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
- Healthcare Options
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- Flexible based Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Exclusive discounts on cell phones, gyms, and everyday purchases
