Employment Tax Manager (Global Payroll)

TL;DR

Employment Tax Manager (Global Payroll): Assisting clients with global payroll setup and managing US employment tax liabilities with an accent on compliance risk mitigation and tax recovery. Focus on researching complex withholding scenarios, representing clients before tax authorities, and overseeing multi-state compliance engagements.

Location: Must be based in the US (Available offices in Seattle, Charlotte, Miami, Dallas, Troy, and Los Angeles)

Salary: $79,800 - $168,000

Company

A leading global accounting and advisory organization providing assurance, tax, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients across the US and 160+ countries.

What you will do

• Conduct research on US employment tax implications and provide strategic alternative courses of action to clients.
• Oversee federal and state employment tax compliance, including Forms 941/940, W2, and state registrations.
• Consult on multi-state employment tax compliance for remote and mobile workers.
• Represent clients before employment tax authorities to resolve contested issues.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate the performance of Employment Tax Senior Associates and Associates.
• Drive business development and identify cross-selling opportunities within the tax practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably with a focus in Accounting.
• 5+ years of experience in employment tax, consulting, or payroll services.
• Proven experience supervising employment tax professionals on a project or engagement basis.
• CPA certification or Enrolled Agent (EA) status is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word.

Nice to have

• Experience with HRIS and third-party payroll platforms such as Workday, PeopleSoft, ADP, or UKG.
• Practical experience with payroll processing and payroll operations.
• Master's degree in Accounting/Taxation or a J.D.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) allowing employees to share financially in the firm's growth.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits package.
• Flexible work environment with opportunities for professional advancement.
• Culture focused on individuality, curiosity, and making meaningful connections.