About the Role

We are looking for a Senior-Level Payroll Tax Specialist with deep expertise in all aspects of Payroll Tax Administration & Payroll Processing - someone ready to jump in and contribute from day one! This role will serve as a subject matter expert, providing strategic guidance across all aspects of payroll taxation, including Setup, Monitoring & Reconciling complex Multi-State Taxation, Regulatory Reporting, and Payroll Tax Filing & Disbursements.  This role will also serve by Processing Payroll on a rotating schedule with the Americas Payroll Team.

This position will be located at our facility in Newark, Delaware with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Payroll Analysts to accurately process payroll for approximately 8000+ U.S. exempt and nonexempt associates on a semi-monthly basis & process payroll data outsourced to ADP payroll processing for Canada, Mexico, and Brazil for small population
• Serve as the go-to expert for federal, state, and local payroll compliance by staying up to date in payroll tax laws (FLSA, tax filings, wage/hour laws, etc) including Multi-State Taxation
• Manage tax-related aspects of payroll processing, including tax treatment of various earnings and deductions, and year-end adjustments (e.g., W-2 and W-2c corrections)
• Serve as a payroll tax advisor to internal stakeholders, supporting audits, projects, and process improvements
• Stay up to date on regulatory changes and translate them into actionable payroll processes
• Partner with Finance and External Vendors on Payroll Audits & GL Reconciliations; research and resolve discrepancies in payroll tax reporting
• Manage (Monitor/Reconcile) regulatory periodic payroll tax filings 3rd party ADP Smart Compliance
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed including a payroll transition from Peoplesoft Payroll for NA to SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum 5 years of Payroll Tax Analyst experience OR a minimum 10 Years of Payroll Tax Analyst experience
• Experience mentoring others on Tax Related Issues
• Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis functions
• Expert knowledge of all aspects of Payroll Tax & Regulatory Reporting & Payroll Compliance
• Advanced knowledge of payroll concepts, practices, and procedures, accuracy and strong analytical skills are critical
• Knowledge of Payroll Systems (e.g., PeopleSoft Payroll for NA, ADP, UKG)
• Ability to work both independently and collaborative within the Payroll Team and throughout the organization. with all levels of employees
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, remaining professional, responsive and cooperative
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking and prioritizing skills are a must

Desired Qualifications

• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) and/or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred but not required
• Experience with a multi-company environment and/or setting up new FEIN companies for payroll a plus
• Experience managing outsourced payroll for Canada, Mexico, Brazil or other global regions

Hybrid Working Arrangements are permitted for Associates in the continental United States (US) and Canada, with appropriate approval and compliance with Gore’s hybrid working policies, from the country in which they are employed.