Tax Filing Implementation Lead – virtual  

 

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Manages projects to implement new clients in Tax Filing. Oversee setup of tax filings (federal, state, local withholding) for assigned legal entities based on tax jurisdiction guidelines. Manage projects for new client implementations, including attending meetings and assuring all projects tasks are completed. 

As a Tax Filing Implementation Lead duties include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Communicate clear and effectively with both external clients and internal groups 

Ability to manage multiple project plans and projects at one time 

Able to perform root cause analysis on issues that come up during projects with taxes 

Setting up company in the tax system 

Creating Power of Attorneys for all jurisdictions 

EFT Setup and Testing 

EFT Registrations to tax agencies 

Registration support for new clients 

Payroll System to Tax Filing System Integration Testing 

Bank Testing (both internally and with external client) 

Ensure smooth landing of new client projects 

Strong reconciliation skills 

Support offshoring initiatives 

Support and investigate regulatory and compliance issues when needed 

Support teams and clients on Mergers and Acquisition type projects 

Liaison with Payroll Client teams and Clients during projects 

Manage Vendor Work that is assigned  

Assist on SOP changes needed and communicate to appropriate teams 

Recognize need for process improvement and communicate to appropriate teams 

Supports formal internal and external audits and understands legislated requirements pertaining to such. 

Requirements: 

Ability to Multitask and prioritize without supervision 

Ability to manage projects to a successful outcome 

Advanced Excel knowledge including tables, pivot tables, formulas, etc. 

Proven ability to research issues directly with tax agencies 

Self-starter that is well organized 

Tax Filing Experience 

Education 

3+ years of payroll tax filing experience  

Demonstrated strong verbal & written communication skills required  

2+ Years of Payroll Tax Filing experience  

2+ Years client interaction and management  

Proficient in Excel, i.e. pivot tables, vlook-ups, macro development, etc  

2+ years’ experience with tax filing software required  

Master Tax experience highly preferred  

ADP Smart Compliance experience desired 

Specific Skills 

Basic understanding of payroll, tax, project management and/or related subject matter desired  Basic understanding of regulatory and legislative guidelines desired 

Ability to work under tight deadlines managing multiple tasks 

Customer service/client facing communication preferred 

Detail oriented 

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test.  You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position. 

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

Alight believes diversity should be visible, valued, and sustained throughout the organization. And we’re committed to enabling an inclusive culture of belonging that engages all colleagues and grows the diversity of our talent to proudly represent the clients and communities we serve.  

As an affirmative action employer, we adhere to the principles of equal employment opportunity in the workplace as defined in our diversity policy statement.   

Diversity Policy Statement 

Alight does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, gender, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law.  In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans, and other covered veterans. 

Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter. 

Authorization to work in the Employing Country 

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight. 

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units. 

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We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

Salary Pay Range

Minimum :

55,800 USD

Maximum :

88,500 USD

Pay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: https://bit.ly/Alight_Benefits

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

Alight Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, veteran, marital, parental, citizenship, or domestic partner status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Alight Solutions is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer.