Payroll Tax Analyst
About the job
- 3 to 5 years of payroll and payroll tax experience, including multi-state payroll and tax processing on a payroll services platform.
- Experience researching federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, processes, and policies to verify compliance.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and customer-service skills, with high attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- A commitment to quality work and a strong desire to excel in all endeavors.
- Serve as the payroll tax subject-matter expert on calculation rules, tax reporting, and tax form filing for federal, state, and local withholding and unemployment taxes.
- Research federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, rates, and requirements, and translate them into correct, compliant processing for clients.
- Partner with the Payroll Services Manager on tax-related matters and advise the team on complex, multi-state situations.
- Register new federal, state, and local payroll tax accounts for clients as needed, and keep account details current.
- Resolve agency tax notices promptly and completely, serving as the point of contact with taxing agencies and payroll vendors.
- Use payroll technologies to audit, reconcile, and maintain payroll tax records against established standards, including quarter-end and year-end reconciliation.
- Work with federal, state, and local tax agencies as needed to process amended returns and submit payments.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and colleagues, grounded in accuracy, responsiveness, and shared drive for excellent results.
- Communicate clearly and maintain clean, well-documented records of every registration, filing, and adjustment.
- Cross-train on payroll processing and support the broader Payroll Services team as needed.
- A degree in accounting or a related field.
- A current FPC or CPP certification.
- Ability to coordinate with payroll resources across global markets.
- Knowledge of payroll tax processing through ADP Workforce Now, Paylocity, and/or Rippling.
About the company
Melita Group provides HR, benefits, payroll, and HR technology services designed for small and mid-size businesses. It helps clients build a scalable HR foundation that fits their current needs and future growth, using a team of qualified experts, targeted services, and a robust technology platform. The product works by integrating an on-demand, fractional team into the client’s organization to design, implement, and manage HR processes so the company can hire, engage, and retain top talent while improving financial and workforce outcomes. What sets Melita apart from competitors is its on-demand, fractional-experts model with services tailored to each client’s goals and a seamless integration into existing systems—not a traditional payroll or full-time staff solution. The company’s goal is to help clients scale efficiently, boost productivity and well-being of their employees, and achieve a measurable improvement in their bottom line through elevated HR and payroll practices.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
San Jose, California
Founded
1992
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Melita announced Epic acquisition on 16 September 2026, adding mobile scale immediately.
- Melita markets 2.5 Gbps fibre, same-day install, and over 99.9% network reliability.
- Melita’s 3.5 MWp solar farm went live in 2026, lowering operating costs and emissions.
What critics are saying
- Malta regulators must approve the Epic deal; blocking kills Melita’s growth thesis.
- Alex Agius Saliba attacked the merger on 2 October 2026 for reducing mobile competition.
- Integrating Epic after 16 September 2026 creates execution risk across networks, pricing, and staffing.
What makes Melita Group unique
- Melita serves over 75% of Maltese homes with converged broadband, TV, mobile, and fixed-line services.
- Goldman Sachs Alternatives backed Melita since July 2025, funding network upgrades and acquisitions.
- Melita runs data centre, cloud, and IoT services, not just consumer connectivity.
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Benefits
- Hybrid Work Options