Admin Support Clerk

Job Summary Our client is seeking a Tax Analyst – Admin Support Clerk II to support Global Payroll Tax operations in a high-volume, controls-driven environment. This role focuses on ensuring payroll tax compliance across local, state, and federal regulations while maintaining accuracy in reporting, documentation, and financial reconciliations. The position plays a key role in supporting payroll tax operations, special projects, and merger and acquisition (M&A) activities within a fast-paced enterprise setting. Core Responsibilities Manage bi-weekly creation, preparation, and validation of Executive Reports for on-cycle payroll processing Execute weekly tax operations reporting, ensuring accuracy across all validation outputs Monitor, reconcile, and resolve items within Return to Cash Logs and Tax Credit reporting Maintain and update Payroll Tax Desktop Procedures (DTPs) in collaboration with cross-functional team members Provide operational coverage during PTO, holidays, and flex time periods to ensure continuity Support M&A-related tax initiatives including historical tax data retention, tax account registration, and integration into master tax schedules Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory tax requirements Collaborate with Payroll, Tax, Finance, and external taxing authorities to support accurate reporting and issue resolution Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves) Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of equivalent professional experience 3+ years of experience in multistate tax or large-scale payroll tax environments Strong ability to manage competing deadlines and prioritize high-volume deliverables Experience working both independently and within cross-functional teams Strong collaboration skills with payroll, tax, and external agencies Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace (Docs, Slides) Experience in high-volume data validation, reporting, or compliance environments Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves) Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) Experience with Workday, ADP, or PeopleSoft HCM systems Exposure to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) payroll/tax integration activities Familiarity with AI tools for data analysis, reporting, or workflow optimization Strong analytical, quantitative, and critical thinking skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels Self-starter with ability to work independently across multiple business units Key Competencies & Behaviors High attention to detail and accuracy in financial/tax data handling Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to operate in a deadline-driven, compliance-focused environment Problem-solving mindset with strong analytical reasoning Effective communicator and cross-functional collaborator Adaptability in fast-paced and changing operational conditions Accountability and ownership of deliverables Work Environment Location: Lake Mary, FL (Onsite – Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (weekend work may be required during peak periods with notice) Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $20.00 and $28.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Plans; Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP); 401K offered #J-18808-Ljbffr KellyMitchell Group