Payroll Tax And Compliance Specialist

BayWa r.e. Power Solutions, Inc. is a leading North American EPC responsible for more than 300 MWs of installed solar PV projects in utility, commercial, and residential markets. BayWa r.e. Power Solutions, Inc. is the North American EPC division of BayWa r.e. AG, a global partner in the planning, funding, construction, and operations management of renewable energy projects. BayWa r.e. AG delivers renewable energy solutions worldwide, and has brought over 3 GW of energy online, while managing over 8 GW of assets.

At BayWa r.e Power Solutions we are striving to make energy better every day. We do this by not only implementing the best renewable technologies but by also being a great long-term energy partner with a focus on continuous innovation and our core values: Safety, Integrity, Resilience, Collaboration, and Initiative.

We are helping others to:

• r.e write their story,
• r.e invest in their future,
• r.e kindle their passion for learning and growing and becoming part of a team that feels more like a family.
• r.e.Think Energy.

We are currently looking for a Payroll Tax and Compliance Specialist to work our of our office in Sacramento, California.

The Payroll Tax and Compliance Specialist is responsible for Payroll Tax and Compliance activities, including monitoring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. In addition, this role will research laws and regulations regarding Payroll Taxes and withholding procedures, analyze and verify discrepancies to assist Human Resources. This role requires a strong understanding of multi-state tax laws, local regulations, and wage and hour laws and regulations. Monitor, manage, reconcile Payroll Taxes at the employer and employee level. Includes reconciliation to the general ledger as well as reporting, preparation, and ensure compliance.

What You'll Do:

• Reconcile Payroll Tax reporting after each pay run to ensure accurate tax filing of service provider.
• Manage filing of tax updates weekly.
• Monitor quarterly tax filings.
• Prepare headcount tax forms.
• Reconcile Payroll Taxes to the general ledger and book journal entries.
• Reconcile cash activity to Payroll and ADP tax services.
• Reconcile payroll reports to 941s and W-2s.
• Research and resolve Payroll Tax variances on a pay period basis.
• Work proactively to improve the payroll-related human resources functions of the organization, rethinking existing strategies, processes, or structures, when necessary.
• Ensure Payroll Tax/wage and hour compliance with local, state and federal regulations
• Knowledge with all state mandates ie. Market increases, leave policies, vacation/sick policy.
• Maintains skill set through continuing education and personal self-development, including working knowledge of statues that may impact payroll.(such as FLSA, travel and relocation regulations) and knowledge of best practice/emerging developments in the payroll, human resources, and time-keeping landscape.
• Research federal, state and local laws to support changing legislation regarding federal/state minimum wages, wage garnishments, earnings & tax compliance.
• Special projects and research.
• Research and reconciliation of Payroll Taxes from prior periods.

What you'll bring:

• 2-4 years' experience with Payroll Tax filings and Compliance issues.
• Strong accounting skills, detail oriented, proficient in excel.
• Experience reconciling and preparing W-2 forms.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and in a constructive manner

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit or stand at a desk for 6-8 hours per day performing tasks on a computer
• Requires minimal physical effort with periods of walking and standing with light lifting of files
• Minimal bending, stooping or reaching.
• Occasional exposure to environmental elements during remote visits.

Working Conditions:

• Requiring normal safety precautions with minimal occupational health and safety risks
• Moderate to low noise levels
• Requires considerable concentration
• Stresses induced by changing environment, diversity in the organization, strict deadlines and high volume of workload

What We Offer:

BENEFITS: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employer-Sponsored Life Insurance, Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Long-Term Insurance, Voluntary Short-Term Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Employer Match 401(k) Plan.

What's Next:

Submit your application and our Baywa.re Power Solutions Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your resume is a match for a current or future need, we will connect with you to learn more about your background and schedule an initial phone interview. What's important to call out is that we want to make sure not only that you're the right person for us, but also that we're the right next step for you, so come prepared with all the questions you have!

Baywa.re Power Solutions is committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

Baywa.re Power Solutions is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.