HR Specialist 1 (Davidson)

Join a high-impact payroll tax team where accuracy and compliance matter every day. In this onsite role, you’ll support key payroll tax operations—helping ensure payroll tax forms, filings, audits, and casework are completed correctly and on time across federal, state, and local requirements. If you’re detail-driven, comfortable working in structured systems, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is a strong opportunity to contribute immediately and grow your exposure to end-to-end payroll tax processes.

• Payroll tax compliance knowledge (federal, state, and local)
• Payroll systems proficiency (experience with automated payroll tools)
• High attention to detail and analytical problem-solving
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication, with confidentiality handling

• ADP SmartCompliance experience
• PeopleSoft experience (researching and resolving discrepancies)
• Experience managing state income tax and unemployment tax accounts/portals
• Experience reviewing payroll audit reports and resolving tax calculation errors
• Experience supporting monthly tax filing uploads (e.g., state-specific processes)

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (preferred)
• Proven experience as a Payroll Tax Specialist or in a closely related payroll tax role

• Onsite, 5 days/week with a standard schedule aligned to business hours
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee/payroll information
• Comfortable with ongoing training (video-based and in-person), plus 1:1 support as needed

If you’re ready to bring precision, accountability, and payroll tax expertise to a team that depends on getting it right, apply today to be considered.

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