Staff Payroll Tax Processor (Fintech)

TL;DR

Staff Payroll Tax Processor (Fintech): Resolving complex state and federal payroll tax issues with an accent on notice response, amended return preparation, and multi-period error correction. Focus on providing technical leadership, coaching junior staff, and driving process improvements within the Payroll Tax Operations team.

Location: Must be based in Atlanta, Georgia or Plano, Texas

Company

hirify.global is a global financial technology platform powering prosperity for millions of customers through products like TurboTax, Credit Karma, QuickBooks, and Mailchimp.

What you will do

• Resolve complex state and federal payroll tax notices, including multi-quarter and multi-state penalty scenarios.
• Prepare and file amended federal and state payroll tax returns, including W-2c preparation and SSA reconciliation.
• Diagnose and resolve payroll tax errors spanning multiple pay periods and jurisdictions.
• Serve as a real-time technical resource and mentor for junior staff to build team capability.
• Author and maintain SOPs and knowledge base articles for core tax processes.
• Identify recurring error patterns and communicate compliance trends to leadership with recommended resolutions.

Requirements

• 4+ years of payroll tax experience with a focus on tax defect resolution and error correction.
• Expert knowledge of federal and state payroll tax laws, including FICA, FUTA, and multi-state compliance.
• Hands-on experience with Form 941-X, W-2c, and state-specific payroll tax filings.
• Proven ability to draft formal agency response letters and penalty abatement requests.
• Experience functioning as a lead, senior specialist, or subject matter expert.
• Advanced Excel skills for reconciliation and audit trail management.

Nice to have

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Enrolled Agent (EA) certification.
• Experience in a payroll service bureau, PEO, or multi-client tax operations environment.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based rewards.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, equity rewards, and retirement plans.
• Commitment to fair pay and regular internal equity comparisons.
• Collaborative environment focused on continuous process improvement and professional growth.