Payroll Tax and Banking Analyst - Atlanta, GA - CRH Americas

Job ID:  501940

CRH's Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, readymixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America.  Our operations span North America with 24,100 employees at close to 1,300 locations in 44 US States and 6 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

The Payroll Tax Analyst is responsible for moderate to complex level payroll tax calculations, reporting, balancing and analysis or audit activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting. This role is the technical and functional subject matter expert for their client(s) and continually works with their team to identify opportunities for improvement and implements solutions.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Validate that employee tax setups are accurate and the proper federal, state, and local taxes are being deducted and remitted for all employees.
• Analyze reports from the payroll system to ensure tax deposits and filing of federal, state, and local tax returns are accurate.
• Review tax notices from federal, state, and local jurisdictions and determine the necessary course of action required.
• Participate in the annual W2 processing, reconciling, and verification process.
• Assist with responses to inquiries from management, taxing authorities, and Accounting regarding tax withholding payments and GL inquiries.
• Responsible for timely validation of ACH and positive pay banking files.
• Responsible for entering off-cycle checks, issuing voids, and other banking functions as required.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times while representing the company 
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required 
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Serve as Banking Analyst back up for ACH, including positive pay banking files, entering off-cycle checks, processing voids and other banking functions as needed

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Associates degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience
• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred
• 5 years in a multi-corporation, multi-state payroll environment
• 5 years of corporate accounting/finance
• Solid grasp of payroll principles, wage and hour law, payroll taxes

Work Requirements

• PC literate: Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook, and mainframe payroll application experience
• Must be 18 years in age or older
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required
• Must be able to able to work under time constraints and ensure deadlines are met

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong “customer service” focus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail
• Able to read and/or follow written and verbal instructions and implement the same.
• Ability to adapt to changing and process driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations
• May require sitting for extended periods of time
• May require lifting as much as 30 pounds

Work Environment

• Usually, normal office working conditions.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• The position may require work outside of normal business hours.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH Materials Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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