Payroll Tax Consulting Associate

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to accomplish their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

As the world of work evolves, human capital management must keep pace. Employers have been looking for scalable, client-focused alternatives. In response, Experian has brought together the industry's experts to offer a suite of specialized solutions delivering unmatched service, trusted experience, and client-inspired innovation. We would love you to join us at Experian in helping us to shape the future of employer services for Human Resources compliance and outsourcing. We are looking for a Payroll Tax Associate. We are excited by a candidate eager to join a startup atmosphere, someone who will instill confidence in internal and external partners and improve results. As the ideal candidate, you'll need to prioritize opportunities. You will need to convey ideas and information through slides, and verbal and written materials. You must also manage tasks while keeping tasks prioritized. You also bring creative and strategic solutions to the table to help resolve problems and challenge current thinking. You will report to our Manager, Payroll Tax Consulting. This position is a remote-friendly.

Your background is:

Collaborative – Partner with fellow team members, peers, and able to connect ideas across internal and external opportunities

Creative and Curious – Challenge traditional approaches, inquisitive with a fondness for looking for new opportunities

Determined and Disciplined –Optimistic about what can be, persistent, looks for high levels of activity, expresses a fierce commitment to challenging status quo.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with others on this multi-year, major strategic initiative to build a new business.
• Assist leadership with managing specific client relationships.
• Lead client projects which include task management, file organization, project deadlines, and billing.
• Provide clients with payroll tax consulting and guidance.
• Help clients improve payroll tax processes.
• Help clients identify and assess payroll tax refunds.
• Provide clients with M&A support to satisfy reporting requirements and secure savings. Provide federal and state audit support services.
• Engage with federal, state, and local taxing authorities to resolve client matters.
• Manage tax risk in a thoughtful, wise, and logical manner.
• Assist leadership in research, publications, and presentations.
• Grasp new concepts and learn a new business.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Relevant payroll tax consulting experience
• Eligible to represent clients before the IRS (enrolled agent, CPA, attorney)
• Proficient in Microsoft suite of products, especially Excel spreadsheets
• Experience managing client tax deadlines. Experience analyzing payroll data, client workpapers, and tax forms.
• Comfortable with tax legislation, IRS rules/regulations, and general tax research.

Perks

• Great compensation package and annual performance-based bonus target of 10%.
• You begin accruing 3 weeks of vacation per year starting on your first day
• 401K with a 4% company match with immediate vesting.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• 5 sick days each calendar year.
• 12 paid company holidays and 2 paid volunteer days.

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, color, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.