Sr. Payroll Tax Analyst - Ascension
Remote
About the Job
- Department: Finance, Payroll
- Schedule: Full-Time: Monday-Friday
- Location: Remote
We are seeking a knowledgeable Sr. Payroll Tax Analyst to support key tax compliance initiatives and enhance our processes within the new ERP system. This role will involve validating system conversions, updating work instructions, and developing proactive audits to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations. The analyst will also assist with user acceptance testing and provide coverage during high-volume periods, such as quarter-end and year-end processing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Validate and analyze payroll data, distinguishing between gross and taxable wages while understanding relevant deductions.
- Manage projects related to tax compliance, including system validation and process improvements.
- Conduct user acceptance testing for tax updates and system upgrades.
- Document current processes and ensure work instructions are up to date.
- Provide backup support during PTO and peak periods to ensure compliance continuity.
- Research tax notices from receipt to resolution, addressing compliance issues effectively.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- Experience with PeopleSoft and familiarity with its payroll functionalities required.
- Comprehensive knowledge of federal, multi-state, and local tax regulations.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in advanced Excel functions.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects.
Ascension associates are key to our commitment of transforming healthcare and providing care to all, especially those most in need. Join us and help us drive impact through reimagining how we can deliver a people-centered healthcare experience and creating the solutions to do it. Explore career opportunities across our ministry locations and within our corporate headquarters.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.
Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
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Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.
