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General Atomics

Payroll Tax Accountant

San Diego, CA · On-site

The Payroll Accountant III ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements, including the preparation and filing of payroll tax returns and coordination with tax ...

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 ...

Centurion

Payroll Accountant (82109)

Springfield, IL · On-site

We are currently seeking a full- time Payroll Accountant to join our regional office in Springfield ... Payroll Tax & Compliance * Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.

Centurion

Payroll Accountant (80701)

Sterling, VA · On-site +1

We are currently seeking a full- time Payroll Accountant to join our corporate payroll team. The ... Payroll Tax & Compliance * Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.

Odyssey

Payroll Tax Accountant

Stamford, CT · Hybrid

Partner with Accounting to support payroll tax accruals and general ledger reconciliation * Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation to support audits and compliance * Manage payroll tax ...

OdysseyRe

Payroll Tax Accountant

Stamford, CT · On-site

Partner with Accounting to support payroll tax accruals and general ledger reconciliation * Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation to support audits and compliance * Manage payroll tax ...

Confidential - Energy

Tax Accountant

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

... Tax Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate payroll tax reporting and compliance with ... This role involves managing payroll tax filings, reconciling payroll tax accounts, and supporting ...

Collabera Digital

Tax Accountant

Seattle, WA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Job Title Tax Accountant II Key Responsibilities ... Making recommendations based on payroll tax expertise and industry trends * Identifying ...

University of Texas at Dallas

Tax Accountant

Richardson, TX · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

... full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 07/08/2026 Posting ... Performs reconciliation and reclassification of payroll tax, benefits and pension liability ...

Zobility

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Senior Tax Accountant

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$110K - $129K/yr

Auburn Hills, MI Job Type: Full-Time Position Overview We are currently seeking an experienced ... Prepare and support quarterly tax estimates and payroll tax filings . * Maintain the company's tax ...

Granite

Payroll Tax Accountant

Watsonville, CA · On-site

$63K - $95K/yr

... accounting procedures within the area of Payroll/Benefits in a manner consistent with Company ... Participate in review of retirement plan annual tax returns to ensure accuracy of reporting.

IKO Industries, Inc

Payroll Tax Specialist

Wilmington, DE · Remote

$95K - $125K/yr

Reconcile payroll system outputs and payroll provider reports to accounting records, including tax withholdings, employer taxes, deductions, remittances, and liability balances. * Investigate and ...

AutoZone

Senior Accountant, Payroll Tax

Memphis, TN

$79K - $102K/yr

The Sr. Accountant, Payroll Tax oversees the payroll tax function, ensuring compliance with Federal ... All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time): * Competitive pay * Unrivaled company culture * Medical ...

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How much do full time payroll tax accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time payroll tax accountant in the United States is $82,406.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Payroll Tax Accountant vs Payroll Specialist?

AspectFull Time Payroll Tax AccountantPayroll Specialist
CertificationsCPA, Enrolled Agent, or payroll-specific certificationsGenerally no advanced certifications required
Work EnvironmentCorporate finance, accounting departments, or payroll firmsHR departments, payroll service providers, or small businesses
ResponsibilitiesTax compliance, reporting, and complex payroll issuesProcessing payroll, data entry, and basic tax deductions

The Full Time Payroll Tax Accountant typically handles complex tax compliance and reporting within corporate or specialized payroll environments, often requiring advanced certifications. In contrast, Payroll Specialists focus on processing payroll and managing routine deductions, usually with less emphasis on tax reporting. Both roles are essential in payroll operations but differ in scope and complexity.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Payroll Tax Accountant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,406 per year, or $39.6 per hour.

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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