Tax Specialist - Payroll Tax

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Tax Specialist within the Payroll Tax team, you will join PNC's Human Resources organization. The position is available in one of the following locations : Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH or Birmingham, AL.

This position is primarily based in a location within PNC's footprint.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Strong contributor to the organizational tax reporting, tax planning, and compliance function.
• Completes accurate tax returns to minimize the tax obligations of the organization. Research, monitor, and learn appropriate federal, state and local tax regulations and obligations.
• Preparing appropriate tax forms and instruments for filing with federal, state and local jurisdictions.
• Coordinating, facilitating and resolving all taxing authority inquiries and audits.
• Mentoring junior staff on appropriate regulations, filing procedures and internal communication needs. Keeping up-to-date with and advising others of organization-related tax regulations at the federal, state and local levels.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be :

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications / licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Data Analytics, Expense Controls, Financial Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Microsoft Excel, Payroll Taxes, Tax Audits, Tax Regulations, Tax Research

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Audit And Compliance Function, Consulting, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Flexibility and Adaptability, General Ledger (G-L), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Problem Solving, Tax Management

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 2+ years of relevant professional experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary : $45,000.00 - $112,450.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and / or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09 / 29 / 2025, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include : medical / prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse / child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child / elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility : maternity and / or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 8 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit Your PNC Total Rewards.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include "accommodation request" in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and / or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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