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PEO Tax Specialist

PEO Tax Specialist

CLEAR Employer ServicesLanghorne, PA, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Job Title :

  • PEO Tax Specialist Location :  Full remote Department : Payroll / Tax Compliance Employment Type : Full-Time Reports To : Payroll Tax Manager _________________________________________________________________________________ About Us Clear Employer Services is a leading Professional Employer Organization (PEO) dedicated to helping businesses simplify HR, payroll, benefits, and compliance.
  • We empower our clients to focus on growth while we handle the complex administrative details.
  • We’re looking for a detail-oriented and experienced PEO Tax Specialist to join our team and ensure the accurate and timely management of all federal, state, and local payroll tax obligations.
  • Position Overview The PEO Tax Specialist plays a key role in ensuring compliance with multi-state payroll tax regulations and in supporting clients with complex tax issues unique to the PEO industry.
  • This individual will manage tax filings, resolve discrepancies, coordinate with government agencies, and contribute to process improvement initiatives within the tax department.
  • Key Responsibilities Prepare, review, and file federal, state, and local payroll tax returns (941s, 940s, state withholding, unemployment, etc.) for multiple EINs.
  • Manage and reconcile tax payments, deposits, and wage reporting.
  • Research and resolve tax notices or discrepancies promptly with tax agencies.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of multi-state tax laws and PEO regulatory requirements.
  • Partner with internal teams (Payroll, Accounting, Client Services) to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.
  • Support onboarding and offboarding of client accounts related to tax setup and jurisdiction registration.
  • Participate in audits and ensure accurate record-keeping.
  • Identify and recommend improvements to processes, systems, and compliance procedures.

Qualifications  Required :

  • 5+ years of multistate payroll tax experience (PEO employer environment strongly preferred).
  • Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
  • Proficiency with payroll / tax software systems.
  • Experience with client transitions, account registrations.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong professional writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Resourcefulness, adaptability and open to working with new processes and technologies.

    • Preferred :

  • Experience working in a PEO or ASO environment.
  • FPC or CPP certification (Fundamental / Certified Payroll Professional).
  • Experience with PEO licensing and account registration.
  • Experience with PrismHR and / or MasterTax platforms.
  • Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Collaborative, growth-oriented company culture Powered by JazzHR
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