Experienced Payroll Tax Specialist

Boeing is a leading aerospace company committed to innovation and collaboration. They are seeking an Experienced Payroll Tax Specialist to manage complex employment tax compliance and provide expert guidance on tax implications related to payroll and employee benefits.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute complex employment tax compliance activities, including payroll tax filings and reconciliations
• Provide expert guidance on employment tax regulations, including federal, state and their impact on payroll and employee benefits
• Review and analyze payroll data to identify tax risks and opportunities for optimization
• Collaborate with payroll, Human Resources (HR), finance teams and external tax advisor to ensure accurate tax withholding, reporting, and remittance
• Assist in the preparation and review of employment tax returns, including Forms 941, 940, W-2, and state equivalents
• Provide tax guidance to HR, payroll, and business managers on payroll tax compliance
• Support tax audits and inquiries related to employment tax matters, coordinating responses and documentation as needed
• Stay current with changes in employment tax legislation and communicate relevant updates to stakeholders
• Provide training and mentorship to junior tax specialists and other team members
• Participate in special projects related to employment tax process improvements and system implementations
• Liaise with external tax advisors, government agencies, and auditors to resolve employment tax issues

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or a related field
• 1+ years of experience in Payroll Tax
• 1+ years of experience using analytical, collaboration, communication and organizational skills
• Able and willing to travel 20% of the time domestically
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field
• 1+ years of experience creating and analyzing data and metrics through the use of HR systems (HRMS, PeopleSoft, Taleo, etc.) and Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Big 4 experience
• 1+ years of experience in employment tax compliance and consulting
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, local and international employment tax laws and regulations
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and systems including shadow payroll process
• Experience with tax software and payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, SAP)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work

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