Payroll Tax Analyst

Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Payroll Tax Analyst. In this role, the successful candidate for the Payroll Tax Analyst will understand the laws and regulations concerning payroll taxes, payroll administration, and have an overall knowledge of payroll deductions and payroll processing. The Tax analyst must keep accurate records of Federal, State and Local Tax. They must work closely with our Tax Service provider to ensure all taxes are paid timely and accurately and to work with our treasury department to coordinate funds availability and payment. They must stay updated on any new states or territories that the Medical Center does business in and ensure we get registered for both income tax and Unemployment Insurance. They will assist with W2 and 1042 filings at year end by ensuring all adjustments are made and reports balance and ensure timely submission of these files to our Tax Provider. The Tax Analyst will prepare monthly metrics to be sent to Payroll Management and the Payroll team for review. Job Responsibilities Keep abreast of legislative updates that affect payroll/tax regulatory compliance. Review Federal, State and local payroll tax returns, quarterly estimates, and final returns to ensure the timely and accurate completion of all reconciliation activities. Research and assist in resolving notices from IRS and other state and local agencies in a timely manner. Review fallouts, complete tax ID registrations and prepare amendments as needed. Work closely with our Tax Service provider to ensure all taxes are paid timely and accurately and to work with our treasury department to coordinate funds availability and payment. Assists in all phases of the W-2 year end processing. Assists in tax related tasks for Foreign National employees. Assists in all tax related audits either internally or externally. Assist employees with tax inquiries through Salesforce cases and team inboxes. Continually audit employee tax records in order to identify and fix incorrect tax setups prior to the payroll process. Maintains relationships with tax vendors. Researches and responds to questions from the field regarding tax issues. Assists in system testing software upgrades for all tax updates. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors Degree Required. 3-5 years of relevant experience. The Payroll Tax Analyst should exhibit sound knowledge of Payroll Practices, Policy and Procedures and exhibit strong research skills. The tax analyst must have strong written and verbal skills. They will have the ability to analyze data, identify key trends, and build clear, insightful reports. The ideal candidate should be able to present this information in a way that highlights actionable insights and supports data-driven decision‑making. Experience in PeopleSoft or other Payroll System reporting is a must. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred. FPC or CPP certification preferred. Understanding of Foreign National taxation and experience in maintaining a third party taxation database for Foreign Nationals preferred. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. We offer a comprehensive benefits and wellness package that includes financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program and employee resource groups, as well as a holistic employee wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial and preventive care. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $66,299.99 - $94,382.40 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr