Payroll Tax Specialist

Payroll Tax Specialist

Summary :

The Payroll Tax Specialist delivers on critical payroll activities. These activities include, but are not limited to, accurate tax / garnishment setup in the Workday payroll system, state / local tax account maintenance (registrations, account numbers, rates, POAs, etc.), and overall compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, the Tax & Garnishment team works closely with Capital One associates to answer questions and resolve any issues with a key focus on associate experience.

Responsibilities :

Performs daily tasks related to payroll tax including, but not limited to, federal and state tax form entry, payroll / tax adjustments, tax variance identification, tax reconciliation, payroll input as needed

Ability to complete a gross pay to net pay payroll calculation outside of the payroll system and explain to Associates with questions about their pay

Ability to determine the correct local taxation for an associate based on Home and Work location

Reviews payroll system output for errors and makes necessary corrections in the system

Assists other Capital One HR Partners as required, to resolve errors and maintain or update accurate information in the payroll system

Assists HR Help Center representatives in handling and following up on inquiries related to payroll tax

Provides additional information and guidance to associates with questions

concerning their taxes

Handles telephone calls and inquiries requiring detailed knowledge about the end to end payroll process at Capital One

Performs a variety of regularly scheduled and ad-hoc audits of the payroll data to maintain compliance with established standards

Assists in year-end W2 reporting and preparation

Regular attendance is required to be successful in this role and overtime may be required as business needs dictate

Basic Qualifications / Experience :

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification

At least 1 year of payroll experience or at least 1 year of accounting experience

Preferred Qualifications / Experience :

Associate degree

1+ years of payroll tax experience

Experience with Multi-State payroll (5,000+ employees)

1+ Local Tax Experience

Understanding of the gross to net calculation inclusive of pre / post tax deductions and taxable benefits

Familiarity with pay and benefit programs

Strong math skills

Strong verbal and written communications

Professional certification such as FPC or CPP

Experience with case management systems

Experience with Workday HR System

Experience with ADP Smart Compliance

Demonstrated customer service skills, attention to detail and decision making skills.

Accustomed to fast paced environment

Strong desire to grow and learn

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Richmond, VA : $56,800 - $64,800 for Principal HR Coordinator

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website () . Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability / vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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