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Tax Specialist - Payroll Tax

PNC
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Sept 2025
💰 $112,450/yr($45,000/yr$112,450/yr)

About the role

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Tax Specialist within the Payroll Tax team, you will join PNC's Human Resources organization. The position is available in one of the following locations: Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH or Birmingham, AL.

This position is primarily based in a location within PNC’s footprint.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

  • Strong contributor to the organizational tax reporting, tax planning, and compliance function.
  • Completes accurate tax returns to minimize the tax obligations of the organization. Research, monitor, and learn appropriate federal, state and local tax regulations and obligations.
  • Preparing appropriate tax forms and instruments for filing with federal, state and local jurisdictions.
  • Coordinating, facilitating and resolving all taxing authority inquiries and audits.
  • Mentoring junior staff on appropriate regulations, filing procedures and internal communication needs. Keeping up-to-date with and advising others of organization-related tax regulations at the federal, state and local levels.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

  • Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
  • Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Data Analytics, Expense Controls, Financial Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Microsoft Excel, Payroll Taxes, Tax Audits, Tax Regulations, Tax Research

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Audit And Compliance Function, Consulting, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Flexibility and Adaptability, General Ledger (G-L), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Problem Solving, Tax Management

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 2+ years of relevant professional experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $45,000.00 – $112,450.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

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Company

PNC

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