Tax Filing Implementation Senior Analyst

Job Description

Tax Filing Implementation Lead

Project expected to last 24 months

Remote - work CST business hours

Pay rate: $36.00-42.00/hr

Must Have

3 years Payroll Tax Filing

Master Tax software

Excel - pivot tables, vlook-ups

Nice To Have

ADP Smart Compliance

As a Tax Filing Implementation Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the seamless execution of tax filing projects and ensuring successful client onboarding. Your role will involve effective communication, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and providing subject matter expertise throughout the implementation process.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and effectively with both external clients and internal teams to ensure alignment and understanding.
• Manage and coordinate multiple project plans and tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Perform root cause analysis for any issues that arise during project execution, particularly related to tax matters.
• Set up new companies in the tax system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all required jurisdictions.
• Create Power of Attorneys (POA) for all applicable jurisdictions to facilitate tax filings.
• Oversee the setup and testing of Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) processes, ensuring proper integration with tax agencies.
• Manage EFT registrations with tax agencies and ensure they are completed accurately.
• Provide support for client registration and assist with the setup for new clients.
• Lead payroll system to tax filing system integration testing to ensure smooth data flow and accuracy.
• Conduct bank testing, collaborating both internally and with external clients to confirm proper processes.
• Ensure the smooth execution and successful landing of new client projects.
• Utilize strong reconciliation skills to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Support offshoring initiatives, ensuring tasks are transitioned efficiently and effectively.
• Investigate and support resolution of regulatory and compliance issues as they arise.
• Support teams and clients on Mergers & Acquisitions projects, ensuring tax filing integration is handled properly.
• Serve as a liaison between payroll client teams and clients during the course of implementation projects.
• Manage vendor work assigned to ensure timely and accurate delivery of services.
• Assist with updates to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and communicate any necessary changes to the relevant teams.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and communicate suggestions to the appropriate teams for consideration.
• Support and participate in formal internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with legislated requirements.