Payroll Tax Specialist

Who We Are

Sequoia is the strategic partner helping investor-backed companies of all sizes achieve their business goals through smarter people spend. For 24 years, we’ve guided the most innovative employers to navigate growth and get the most out of their global people investment. With our expert advisory team and integrated platform, we help clients drive business impact through their total comp and benefits, improving executive decision making, controlling costs, protecting the business, and elevating the employee experience. Visit Sequoia.com or follow us on LinkedIn to learn more.

The Opportunity

The Payroll Tax Specialist is responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate tax payment and filing operation.      

What You Get To Do

• Prepare and reconcile daily tax payments for federal, state, and local tax   

• Complete quarterly tax reconciliation   

• Prepare quarterly federal and state tax returns   

• Research and respond to notices and data requests from federal and state tax authorities  

• Identify and drive process improvements that result in efficiency and improved accuracy  

• Assist with daily client ACH transactions   

• Work on special, nonrecurring, and ongoing projects 

• Problem research and resolution  

• Maintaining and balancing clients’ account using MasterTax    

What You Bring

• 3-5 years of experience in payroll tax processing preferably within a PEO background  

• Experience and comfortability with tax agencies and clients 

• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business field (strongly recommended)   

• Attention to detail, organized, and thorough with a desire for continuous improvement     

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills (verbal and written) 

• Ability to prioritize workload and perform in a fast-paced environment    

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel    

• Hands-on, team player who possesses a can-do attitude    

• Ability to handle confidential information professionally 

• Excellent customer service skills 

Sequoia’s Culture – Our most important asset

• Integrity 

• Passion for service 

• Innovative 

• Growth oriented 

• Caring for others 

• Promise-centric 

• Focused on relationship building 

Sequoia provides equal opportunity to all applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits Sequoia provides competitive compensation including base salary, performance-based bonus programs, and comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching. 

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