Payroll and Tax Specialist - Work from home

Role Overview:

The Payroll & Tax Associate supports multi-state payroll operations and handles routine tax filings using QuickBooks. This entry-level role ensures accurate wage calculations, timely tax deposits, and compliant payroll processing under federal and state rules.

Payroll Processing: Process regular payrolls in QuickBooks Payroll for salaried and hourly employees, ensuring correct calculations for overtime, bonuses, and voluntary/involuntary deductions.

Tax Payments & Filings: Calculate and submit federal, state, and local payroll taxes (including Forms 941, 940, and state unemployment returns) through QuickBooks.

Recordkeeping & Reconciliation: Maintain accurate employee tax setups (W-4s, state withholdings), reconcile payroll liability accounts, and assist with year-end W-2 processing.

Support & Compliance: Assist in resolving minor agency notices, responding to employee paycheck inquiries, and auditing time tracking data.

Experience: 1+ year of hands-on experience in payroll processing and basic payroll tax administration.

Software: Proven proficiency with QuickBooks (Desktop or Online Payroll) and basic Microsoft Excel skills.

Knowledge: Familiarity with FLSA rules, basic multi-state withholding concepts, and general tax filing schedules.

Education: Associate degree or relevant course work in Accounting, Finance, or Business (or equivalent practical experience).