Payroll Tax Specialist

Payroll Tax SpecialistAre you a Payroll Tax Specialist who thrives on precision, compliance, and making a real impact? At Diversicare, we're not just processing numbers; we're supporting the dedicated healthcare professionals who provide exceptional care to our patients and residents. If you're ready to bring your multi-state payroll tax expertise to a company that values trust, compassion, and excellence, then read on!We're a leading provider of post-acute care services, with nearly 50 skilled nursing and long-term care centers across 5 states. Our mission is clear: "Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations." We live by our Core Values—Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork, and Stewardship—and it's through our culture of impassioned service that we create the Diversicare Difference.Join our team in Brentwood, Tennessee, and play a crucial role in ensuring our payroll tax operations run seamlessly. This isn't just about compliance; it's about supporting our people so they can focus on what they do best: delivering outstanding care.ResponsibilitiesWhat You'll Do: Your Impact as a Payroll Tax SpecialistAs our Payroll Tax Specialist, you'll be the expert ensuring accurate tax withholding, filing, and payments across numerous states and local jurisdictions. You'll be the go-to person for all things payroll tax, collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to maintain absolute compliance.Your key responsibilities will include:Mastering Multi-State Compliance: Accurately calculate, file, and reconcile payroll taxes at all levels—federal, state, and local.Ensuring Accuracy: Review and verify payroll tax returns, always striving for timeliness and precision.Resolving Complexities: Respond to and expertly resolve payroll tax notices from agencies like the IRS and state departments of revenue.Seamless Payments: Prepare and process payroll tax payments with ease through EFTPS and various state and local portals.Building Foundations: Set up and maintain tax accounts for new and existing jurisdictions, including SIT and SUI registrations.Staying Ahead: Proactively research tax law updates and apply new findings to our payroll processes, ensuring we're always compliant.Year-End Excellence: Prepare accurate and timely year-end tax filings, including W-2s, W-3s, and 1099s.Maintaining Integrity: Periodically audit payroll tax data and reconciliations to ensure compliance and data integrity.Driving Innovation: Partner with our payroll software and ERP teams to implement tax-related system enhancements.Supporting Audits: Assist with external audits, providing necessary documentation and responses to tax authorities.QualificationsWhat You'll Bring: Your Expertise & QualificationsYou're a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a knack for navigating complex tax regulations. We're looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, high-volume environment and is ready to make a significant contribution.Experience: 3–5 years of dedicated experience in payroll tax, with a proven understanding of federal, state, and local tax regulations.Multi-State Savvy: A strong grasp of multi-state and local payroll tax compliance.Vendor Collaboration: Experience working with third-party payroll and tax vendors (e.g., UKG and/or Dayforce).Analytical Prowess: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with an unwavering attention to detail.Clear Communicator: Strong communication skills, enabling you to clearly explain complex tax issues to various stakeholders.Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in using tax agency portals like EFTPS and various state/local government sites.Deadline Driven: Ability to manage multiple deadlines and respond quickly in a fast-paced environment.Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent practical experience.Life at Diversicare: Benefits & CultureWe believe in supporting our team members so they can thrive both personally and professionally. When you join Diversicare, you'll experience a supportive, team-driven culture that fosters trust, respect, and appreciation.Here's a glimpse of the full-time benefits you'll enjoy:Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.Financial Future: An excellent 401k plan and a unique Pay Advancement Program (OnShift Wallet).Growth & Development: Tuition Reimbursement to help you advance your career.Work-Life Balance: Generous Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time.Security: Long and Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance.Employee Support: An Employee Assistance Program and Referral Bonuses.Community: Access to DiversICARE, our employee hardship fund.Ready to apply your payroll tax expertise to a mission-driven organization? Join Diversicare and help us continue to improve every life we touch!Apply today and become part of the Diversicare Difference!Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. (EOE)