Payroll Tax Specialist

Staff Accountant & Payroll Specialist The Staff Accountant & Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of day‑to‑day accounting, payroll, benefits, and operational functions. Responsible for all payroll functions related to a specific business group. Ensures that all pay checks for that group accurately reflect hours worked, wages, and deductions. Verifies accuracy of accruals related to federal, state, and local taxes and fees. Ensures that changes to payroll data are entered accurately and in a timely manner. Be the Island Guide Gather information necessary to process and transmit payroll bi‑weekly. Information includes: W4 and direct deposit forms. Imputed Income as necessary. Retroactive pay and adjustments as needed. Manage Leave of Absence calculations, about 5 to 10 per pay period. Verify hours worked, wages and deductions are accurately reflected. Transmits payroll on time. Process new hires, transfers, terminations, and employee changes. Approx. 30‑60 per payroll period. Process void and manual checks as needed. Approx. 30‑60 per pay period. Reconcile un‑cashed checks and follow state escheat laws. Process tips to ensure tipped employees receive minimum wage. Manage ATO balances. Manage employee time in Kronos and run ADP/Kronos interface daily. Troubleshoot ADP and Kronos. Run reports for various business groups per pay period and as needed. Maintain knowledge of multi‑state payroll tax and labor laws to ensure timeliness in termination pay and compliance with labor laws. Communicate with business group in a timely manner and develop relationships with the designated business group. Ensure list of current employees is up to date and accurate. Gather information, create, and distribute reports as requested. Prepare FedEx packages. Act as back‑up to fellow Payroll Specialists when they are absent or on vacation. Other projects as assigned. Essentials for Life in Paradise Education and Certifications High school degree required. BA or equivalent experience. Minimum 2 years work experience in a payroll department. Experience and Skills Proficient communication skills (verbal and written). Able to build relationships. Experience using ADP Payforce and Kronos. Word, Outlook. Advanced Excel skills. Detail oriented, deadline driven, good communication skills written and verbal. Ability to solve problems. Rate Range: $21.57 to $32.36 Hourly Tommy Bahama is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision‑making or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to or send an email to our recruiting team. #J-18808-Ljbffr