Payroll Tax Lead: Compliance, Analytics & Team Growth

Location: Troon Headquarters, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, USA Description The Payroll Tax Manager is responsible for ensuring payroll tax accuracy and maintaining compliance with tax regulations. Leads and develops a team of payroll analysts. Maintains strong internal and external client relationships by addressing questions and escalations with accuracy, a sense of urgency, and professionalism. Demonstrates strong independent problem‑solving skills. Coordinate work assignments, prioritize tasks, and ensure the team's timely completion of tax‑related projects and deliverables. Coordinates with key business partners to review and monitor cross‑departmental process impact. Reviews and analyzes payroll tax procedures; applies continuous improvement methods to streamline processes and mitigate risk. Lead and manage a team of payroll analysts, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations. Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members, fostering their professional growth and development. Manages and reports on key performance indicators and metrics. Develops staffing plans and establishes work schedules; prioritizes team workload to maintain service levels. Works with federal and state tax agencies, and third parties to resolve escalations. Coordinated communication of inter‑company funding activities related to payroll expense. Conduct internal audits to identify potential tax issues and implement corrective actions. Assist in resolving tax‑related disputes and participate in negotiations, settlements, and appeals, if required. Oversee year‑end payroll processes with vendor. Education/Experience Bachelor’s (B.A./B.S.) in Business or related discipline and two to four years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Demands Typical office environment. Noise level is moderate. Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences Strong analytical skills. Strong attention to detail. Exceptional organizational skills. Possess a high level of accuracy. Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects daily. Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Prior supervisory and management experience. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. UKG Payroll Experience Preferred. Ability to study, analyze and interpret complex information in order to improve practices or develop new approaches. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. FPC/CPP certification preferred. Benefits & Other Compensation This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms: Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older) Time Off – Paid time off (PTO) and leaves of absence, in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria Additional Compensation – Eligibility for Bonuses, Commissions, Service Charge, Employee Meals Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion. About Troon Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Troon