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NCSU

Payroll Tax Accountant

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

Posting Information Posting Number PG194784EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title Payroll Tax Accountant Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience ($63,000 - $67,000) Work ...

Aston Carter

Payroll Tax Accountant II

Seattle, WA · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

Tax Accountant II - Payroll Tax Specialist The Tax Accountant II role focuses on delivering business value by ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll tax remittances and filings. You will ...

Ferrovial

Payroll Tax Analyst

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$26.25 - $34.50/hr

Ferrovial has an exciting, entry-level payroll tax analyst position for a recent graduate or early ... Work closely with payroll, HR, and accounting teams to ensure accurate employee data and tax ...

Ferrovial

Payroll Tax Analyst

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$26.25 - $34.50/hr

Ferrovial has an exciting, entry-level payroll tax analyst position for a recent graduate or early ... Work closely with payroll, HR, and accounting teams to ensure accurate employee data and tax ...

Aston Carter

Tax Accountant

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$28.85 - $33.65/hr

Tax Accountant / Tax & Accounting Specialist This full-time, on-site Tax Accountant / Tax ... Process payroll and ensure timely completion of monthly tax deposits and quarterly payroll tax ...

Accounting Now

Payroll Tax Analyst

Dallas, TX · On-site

$28.50 - $37.25/hr

Accounting Now is seeking a Payroll Tax Specialist to manage multi-state and local payroll tax operations using ADP SmartCompliance , ensuring accurate processing, timely filings, and regulatory ...

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Focus Search LLC

Payroll Tax Specialist

Seattle, WA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. * 1-3 years of payroll tax, payroll accounting, or related experience. * Experience supporting multi-state payroll tax filings * Working ...

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How much do entry level payroll tax accountant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level payroll tax accountant in the United States is $26.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Payroll Tax Accountant vs Payroll Clerk?

AspectEntry Level Payroll Tax AccountantPayroll Clerk
CredentialsBasic accounting or finance degree, familiarity with payroll tax lawsHigh school diploma or equivalent, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, accounting or finance departmentOffice environment, payroll or HR department
Employer & IndustryBusinesses, accounting firms, payroll service providersCompanies of all sizes, HR departments
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

The Entry Level Payroll Tax Accountant focuses on payroll tax compliance, reporting, and accounting tasks, often requiring some financial knowledge. In contrast, a Payroll Clerk handles payroll processing, data entry, and employee record management. While both roles support payroll functions, the accountant's role is more analytical and compliance-oriented, whereas the clerk's role is more administrative and transactional.

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Payroll Tax Accountant/Analyst

Paradigm Oral Surgery

Lincoln, NE • On-site

$28 - $36.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Payroll Tax Accountant/Analyst - Lincoln, NE

Make an Impact Beyond the Numbers

Are you a payroll tax professional who thrives on solving complex tax challenges, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements? We're seeking a Payroll Tax Accountant to join our growing team and play a vital role in supporting a multi-state, multi-entity organization. In this position, you'll work alongside payroll, finance, and compliance teams to ensure accurate reporting, tax filings, and audit readiness while helping shape scalable payroll tax processes for a dynamic and expanding business.

Role and Responsibilities

The Payroll Tax Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring the accurate reporting, filing, and compliance of payroll taxes in a multi-state, multi-entity, privately held high-growth company. This position is responsible for integrating entities into the HRIS and ensuring that the associated filings and reporting has been reviewed and accurately submitted to the applicable federal or state tax agencies. The role requires collaboration with internal payroll teams, external auditors, and tax authorities to resolve discrepancies and optimize tax strategies.
 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • At least 3 years of experience in payroll tax accounting or payroll tax compliance.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and filing requirements.
  • Proficiency with payroll systems and tax filing software.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.
  • Familiarity with HRIS systems, ADP preferred.
  • Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis.
  • Experience managing payroll tax audits and working with tax authorities.

Responsibilities:

  • Reconcile payroll tax accounts and resolve any discrepancies or issues in collaboration with payroll and finance teams
  • Prepare and file accurate federal, state, and local 940/941 amendments and initiate W-2Cs if necessary.
  • Monitor changes in payroll tax legislation and implement necessary adjustments to payroll processes and reporting.
  • Coordinate with external auditors and tax authorities during audits and inquiries related to payroll taxes.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of payroll tax filings, payments, and correspondence for audit readiness.
  • Analyze payroll tax data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvements.
  • Support the payroll department in ensuring timely and accurate payroll tax deposits and reporting.


Skills:

The Payroll Tax Accountant utilizes their expertise in tax regulations and accounting principles daily to ensure compliance and accuracy in payroll tax filings. Analytical skills are essential for reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and preparing amendments to resolve. Strong communication skills facilitate effective collaboration with payroll teams, auditors, and tax agencies to resolve issues and streamline processes. Proficiency in payroll and tax software enables efficient preparation and submission of tax returns, while advanced Excel skills support detailed data analysis and reporting. Additionally, knowledge of HRIS systems enhances the ability to create or adapt internal payroll tax workflows.


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