Tax Preparer

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Preparer to join a team in Long Island City, New York for a short-term Contract assignment. This position will focus on payroll tax compliance activities, including preparing filings, reviewing liabilities, and helping maintain accurate reporting across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate brings recent hands-on experience with payroll taxes, works confidently with tax systems and Excel, and can manage deadlines with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit state payroll withholding returns accurately and on schedule.

• Complete state unemployment tax filings and confirm supporting data aligns with payroll records.

• Assist with quarterly federal payroll tax reporting, including Form 941 preparation support.

• Analyze payroll tax reports to reconcile balances and identify discrepancies before filing deadlines.

• Investigate agency notices, resolve filing issues, and follow through on corrective actions as needed.

• Verify that tax payments have been transmitted and applied correctly across applicable jurisdictions.

• Contribute to quarterly tax workpapers and maintain organized supporting schedules for compliance activities.

• Communicate with payroll vendors and government agencies to address filing questions and payment matters.

• Record processes clearly and provide documentation to support continuity and knowledge sharing within the team. Requirements • Recent experience in payroll tax, tax compliance, or a closely related tax preparation function.

• Proven background preparing quarterly state tax filings and managing payroll-related tax obligations.

• Working knowledge of state withholding requirements and state unemployment tax reporting.

• Ability to support multi-state payroll tax filings in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong Excel skills for reviewing data, reconciling balances, and organizing supporting documentation.

• Experience using payroll systems and tax filing platforms to prepare returns and confirm payments.

• Capability to work independently, stay organized, and meet deadlines during a short-term assignment.

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