Senior Payroll Tax Analyst

Company: Unitek Learning
Location: Tempe
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description As a leading healthcare education organization, Unitek Learning’s family of schools helps thousands of students launch and accelerate their careers every year. As a rapidly growing and highly successful company, Unitek is also a great place to pursue a rewarding and challenging career. Job Description Purpose of the Position: The Payroll Tax Analyst is responsible for accurately and compliantly processing payroll, with a strong focus on multi-state taxation. This role serves as a subject matter expert on state and local tax regulations, ensuring payroll operations adhere to all applicable laws and reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions. This position partners closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to resolve payroll discrepancies, support audits, and implement process improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Job Responsibilities: Process, review, and validate payroll for salaried and hourly employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Manage payroll tax calculations, filings, and reconciliations at the federal, state, and local levels Ensure compliance with all payroll tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements Review and reconcile payroll tax filings, including quarterly and annual returns (e.g., Forms 941, 940, W-2, W-3, state equivalents) Analyze payroll and tax data to identify discrepancies, trends, and root causes Partner with HR, Finance, Accounting, and third-party vendors to resolve payroll and tax-related issues Support payroll tax audits, agency notices, and inquiries; research and resolve discrepancies Monitor changes in payroll tax legislation and assess the impact on payroll processes Maintain payroll and tax documentation, procedures, and internal controls Assist with payroll system upgrades, tax configuration, implementations, and testing Respond to employee payroll and tax inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality Qualifications Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Associate degree with a total of 7 years of relevant experience. 5 years of payroll tax compliance Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation required Deep expertise in federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, including multi-state compliance, withholding, reciprocity, and unemployment insurance Advanced experience with payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and year-end processes (e.g., W-2, 941, and state equivalents), including resolution of complex tax discrepancies Experience partnering with payroll tax vendors and supporting internal and external audits as a payroll tax subject matter expert Proficiency with payroll systems, preferably ADP, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail to manage compliance across multiple jurisdictions Additional Information Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday 401k with company match Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary Leadership development and training for career advancement Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on the program Position Status: Full-time position with responsibilities of approximately 40 hours per week at the institution. This position will be classified as an “At-will” Physical Factors: Standing/Walking: "Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods". Sitting: "Must be able to remain in a seated position for extended periods". Lifting/Carrying: "Must be able to lift and carry up to [weight] pounds". Pushing/Pulling: "Must be able to push or pull objects". Reaching: "Must be able to reach overhead or at or below shoulder level

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