Payroll Tax Manager II

North Carolina State University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
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Posting Details
Posting Information


Posting Number PG193214EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Payroll Tax Manager II
Anticipated Hiring Range $85,000 - $95,000
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (This position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement to include hybrid remote work)
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department University Payroll
About the Department
The University Controller’s Office is a department under the Division of Finance. The office has business units covering the following areas; Cash Management, Banking, and Merchant services; General Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Taxation; Accounts Payable; Business Systems; Payroll and Debt Management.
The University Controller’s Office works to advance NC State as a leader in fiscal accountability and responsibility through a collaborative partnership with our campus community, strong partnerships with our peer groups, improvements in the University’s financial systems and internal controls, and efficient and effective business operations. The office continues its attention towards collaborative efforts and in providing fiscal leadership, oversight, accounting, reporting, training, and outreach services that exemplify the highest standards of quality, performance, and service. Having professional staff and managers with imagination, knowledge, and people skills are paramount in the successful implementation of these goals.
The University Controller’s Office is responsible for fiscal accountability, accuracy and reporting of a $2.3 billion enterprise, including timely and accurate payment of monthly and biweekly wages to over 18,000 staff, faculty, student workers and temporary employees, over 110,000 vendor payments annually and management of a $480 million external debt portfolio.
University Payroll is responsible for: 1) timely and accurate payment of wages to approximately 11,300 monthly and 14,500 biweekly staff, faculty, undergraduate and graduate student workers, postdocs, foreign national, and temporary employees with an annual payroll of over $1.2 billion; 2) proper deduction, monthly plan reconciliation and vendor payment of three mandatory, 38 voluntary and 60 statutory (garnishment) deduction plans, including the employer’s matching contributions for retirement and health insurance; and 3) compliance for, payment to, and proper reporting of wages and tax withholdings to the federal government, approximately 40 states, and two foreign tax agencies.
Essential Job Duties
The Payroll Tax Manager oversees the taxation, compliance, and reporting units within the Payroll department, serving as a key functional lead for payroll/taxation within the HR System. This role manages data exchange reports/interfaces with federal, state, and local tax agencies, ensuring adherence to tax laws for US citizens and foreign nationals.
This role offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to lead tax compliance efforts within a university environment. As the Payroll Tax Manager, you’ll play an important role in interpreting new tax laws, making recommendations to senior management, and ensuring integration into the university’s Finance/HR/Payroll Systems.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Direct taxation, compliance, and special reporting units of Payroll.
  • Manage data exchange reports/interfaces with federal, state, and local tax agencies.
  • Assist Payroll Director with special projects and represent them at various university meetings/teams/projects.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws for both US citizens and foreign national visitors.
  • Understand and apply federal and state tax laws using PeopleSoft Payroll for North America.


If you’re seeking a role where you can utilize your expertise in tax compliance while contributing to the success of a prestigious institution, this position is for you. Apply now to join our dedicated team.
Other Responsibilities

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or other degree closely related to the area of assignment with twelve hours of accounting and three years of professional accounting experience of which at least one is supervisory; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
  • Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws, including emerging regulations, and the ability to ensure compliance in payroll operations.
  • Proficiency in managing data exchange reports/interfaces with tax agencies, utilizing systems like PeopleSoft Payroll for North America, and handling reconciliation and reporting requirements accurately.
  • Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel and Word, or similar software, with the ability to use pivot tables, formulas and reporting functions.
  • Demonstrated ability to create a query in the system they currently work with or using their preferred SQL tool.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret new tax laws, assess their impact on the university, and make informed recommendations to senior management.
  • Effective communication skills to represent the Payroll Director, articulate complex tax issues, and collaborate with colleagues across departments for integration into the university’s systems.
  • Experience with multi-state tax compliance and familiarity with tax regulations concerning foreign-national employees is essential.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Candidates with prior experience, especially with high-volume employers (5,000+ employees)
  • Experience using large ERP systems such as SAP, Banner, or PeopleSoft
  • Familiarity with tax regulations concerning foreign-national employees
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
n/a
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions


Job Open Date 02/15/2024
Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three (3) professional references

Position Details


Position Number 00041129
Position Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Department ID 496101 - University Payroll
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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