Stivers

Payroll Tax Analyst — Urgently hiring in Shaker Heights!

Job Title: Payroll Tax Analyst

Pay: $65,000 - $72,000 per year Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 am – 5 pm Start Date: ASAP

Looking for a rewarding role where your payroll expertise can make a real difference? Join a growing organization in the Shaker Heights area as a Payroll Tax Analyst, and become a key player in ensuring payroll operations are accurate, compliant, and efficient.

In this position, you'll oversee payroll tax activities, ensure adherence to regulations, and support the organization’s financial health. You'll work closely with HR, finance, and management to keep payroll processes smooth and compliant.

What You'll Do

As the Payroll Tax Analyst, you will be responsible for:

• Processing payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Reconciling payroll-related general ledger accounts and verifying entries and adjustments are correctly recorded
• Reviewing payroll data to identify discrepancies, spot trends, and suggest process improvements
• Collaborating with HR to maintain precise employee records, compensation, and benefits information
• Preparing payroll forecasts, financial reports, and key metrics to aid budgeting and decision-making
• Staying current with multistate payroll regulations, including requirements for new jurisdictions
• Ensuring payroll expenses are properly allocated and compliant with applicable laws and regulations

What You'll Bring

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• At least one year of hands-on experience supporting payroll tax functions, including filings and compliance
• A solid accounting foundation with strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience reviewing and balancing payroll records, along with preparing year-end tax documents such as W-2s
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees, management, and external contacts
• Familiarity with MasterTax or comparable payroll tax processing platforms
• Proven ability to produce accurate reconciliations, financial records, and payroll reports
• Working knowledge of multistate payroll requirements, including establishing payroll accounts in new jurisdictions

Why Join Us in Shaker Heights?

• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling options
• An engaging, fully onsite work environment that fosters support and teamwork

Location & Schedule

This position is fully onsite in Shaker Heights, OH, and offers standard weekday hours from 8 am to 5 pm.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are eager to advance your career as a Payroll Tax Analyst in Shaker Heights, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more. Don’t wait — we are hiring now! #SSP