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Payroll Tax Accounting Specialist

AB Staffing Solutions
Gilbert, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/20/2026

Job Title: Payroll Tax Accounting Specialist

Reports To: Controller

Job Summary:

Support the company by performing multi-state payroll tax processes, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and accurately reporting payroll taxes to federal, state, and local authorities.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Process weekly Federal Tax Deposits
  • Process weekly multi-state tax payments
  • Ensure accurate calculation of payroll taxes
  • Prepare and submit payroll tax reports and returns to the appropriate tax authorities in a timely manner
  • Reconcile payroll tax deposits and resolve discrepancies related to payroll taxes
  • Resolve any payroll tax issues and respond to tax-related inquiries from various agencies
  • Prepare weekly payroll Journal Entries
  • Assist accounting department

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma
  • Basic accounting classes or accounting knowledge
  • Proven experience as a Payroll Tax Specialist or similar role
  • Multi-state payroll tax filings
  • Problem-solving skills to address payroll tax issues or discrepancies and to develop efficient solutions
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel
  • Excellent organizational skills and time-management skills
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, especially during quarter-end and year-end reporting periods
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Work with AB Staffing?

  • Direct deposit every Friday!
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available.
  • PTO and Sick Time.
  • 401(k) company match.

Our mission is built on Integrity, Competence, Innovation, and Execution and we seek individuals who embody these values.

It is the policy of AB Staffing Solutions LLC to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against with regards to employment opportunities or practices on any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • payroll tax : 1 year (Preferred)
  • Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000

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