Payroll Tax Accountant
GardaWorld
Full-time
On-site
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Finance/Accounting
Now Hiring: Payroll Tax Accountant at GardaWorld’s US Headquarters!
Join GardaWorld Security Services as a Payroll Tax Accountant and play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of our payroll tax processes. In this role, you will manage payroll tax filings, reconcile payroll taxes to the general ledger, and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax regulations. You’ll work closely with the payroll and HR teams to maintain smooth operations, resolve discrepancies, and handle any payroll tax notices that arise. If you're a detail-oriented professional with a passion for accuracy and compliance, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment!
What’s In It for You Your Responsibilities Your Qualifications
Your Skills and Competencies
Competencies:
GardaWorld: Make the World a Safer Place
In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. This could be more than a job - 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.
GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe, offering a wealth of opportunities to individuals looking to gain experience and develop professionally in a growing industry.
It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.
Join GardaWorld Security Services as a Payroll Tax Accountant and play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of our payroll tax processes. In this role, you will manage payroll tax filings, reconcile payroll taxes to the general ledger, and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax regulations. You’ll work closely with the payroll and HR teams to maintain smooth operations, resolve discrepancies, and handle any payroll tax notices that arise. If you're a detail-oriented professional with a passion for accuracy and compliance, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment!
What’s In It for You
- Competitive Salary: $70,000 / year
- Work Site Location: Corporate Office in St. Louis, MO - Opportunity for Hybrid Work After Training Period
- Set Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with employer matching contributions, paid time off (PTO) policy, paid holidays, disability coverage, and life insurance options.
- Career Growth: Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
- Reconcile Payroll Taxes: Ensure accurate payroll tax filings after each pay run and reconcile tax service provider reports with the payroll system.
- Monitor Quarterly Filings: Oversee timely and accurate quarterly tax filings.
- Reconcile Payroll to General Ledger: Match payroll records and taxes to the general ledger.
- Reconcile Payroll Reports: Compare payroll reports to IRS Form 941 and W-2 forms for accuracy.
- Generate Corrected W-2s (W-2Cs): Issue corrected W-2 forms when necessary.
- Research and Reconcile Past Taxes: Investigate and resolve payroll tax discrepancies from prior periods.
- SUI Rate Setup: Maintain accurate State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) rates and register new accounts as needed.
- Coordinate with HR and Payroll: Ensure proper flow of employee data between payroll and human resources for tax setup.
- Validate New Hires: Ensure new hires are mapped to the correct local taxing authority.
- Resolve Tax Notices: Address and resolve payroll tax notices.
- Assist Payroll: Provide support with other payroll tax-related tasks as needed.
- Associate’s degree or higher in accounting or finance
- 2+ years experience with tax accounting (payroll tax experience preferred!)
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Able to pass an extensive screening process
Your Skills and Competencies
Competencies:
- Payroll Tax Knowledge, including Federal, State, and Local Payroll Tax Regulations
- Strong Understanding of General Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Detail-oriented with a strong attention to detail
- Organized & methodical
- Proactive thinker
- Adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Driven to meet assigned deadlines
- Excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders, including government representatives or vendors
GardaWorld: Make the World a Safer Place
In the United States, GardaWorld Security remains the only guarding security company to be Certified by Great Place to Work. This could be more than a job - 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers.
GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe, offering a wealth of opportunities to individuals looking to gain experience and develop professionally in a growing industry.
It is the policy of GardaWorld Security Services to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, GardaWorld Security Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of GardaWorld Security Services not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.