Payroll Tax Specialist – North America, Canada

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Conduct research, analysis, and resolution of payroll tax notices for federal, state/provincial, and local jurisdictions in the US and Canada.

• Monitor issues until resolved and retain documentation to support audit processes.

• Accurately process payroll tax adjustments, W2c corrections, and T4 amendments in a timely manner.

• Ensure proper tax treatment for employees located in various states/provinces.

• Oversee new tax jurisdiction and entity registrations within Smart Compliance.

• Address system exceptions and validate tax configurations to guarantee accurate processing.

• Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll tax functions, including W-2/T4 preparation, reconciliations, filings, and validations.

• Handle and resolve a high volume of employee tax/payroll inquiries.

• Support employment tax audits by providing documentation and timely responses.

• Identify and suggest process enhancements aimed at minimizing risks and boosting efficiency.

• Maintain adaptability to assist during peak periods and specific projects.

• Provide assistance with workers' compensation, audits, and act as a liaison with CRA and MRQ.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3–5 years of practical experience in employment/payroll tax matters for both the USA and Canada.

• Proficient in Workday and ADP Smart Compliance, specifically in managing tax registrations and resolving issues.

• Hands-on experience with quarter-end and year-end payroll tax processes, including filings, reconciliations, and reporting.

• Experience in processing payroll tax adjustments, W2c corrections, and T4 amendments.

• Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of employee inquiries/tickets with a strong focus on customer service.

• Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; skilled at organizing and interpreting payroll/tax data.

• Experience in assisting with workers' compensation, audits, liaising with CRA and MRQ, and managing year-end processes.

• Familiarity with Executive Compensation Payroll and Tax Reporting.

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Accounting background is preferred.

• FPC or PCP certification is desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• 5% potential for annual bonus.

• Opportunity for remote work.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.