Senior Manager, Payroll Tax & Compliance

Company

Cox Enterprises

Job Family Group

People Solutions

Job Profile

Sr Manager, Payroll

Management Level

Sr Manager - People Leader

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $108,800.00 - $181,400.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

The Senior Manager, Payroll Tax and Compliance will lead the organization's payroll tax and compliance functions, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, utilizing Workday Payroll. This role requires expertise in payroll tax law, a deep understanding of compliance requirements, and strong leadership to manage teams and liaise with various departments.

The Sr. Manager, Payroll Tax and Compliance leads the enterprise Payroll Tax and Compliance team by leading strategic objectives in line with enterprise goals and works with key stakeholders across the Cox family of businesses. Serves as the Payroll Tax and Compliance subject matter expert and works closely with the payroll group, People Solutions, legal counsel, payroll stakeholders and outside service providers and provides guidance to leaders across the enterprise. The Sr. Manager, Payroll Tax and Compliance will also play a significant role in the payroll transformation as we look to standardize, streamline, and automate global payroll processes.

This position reports to the Sr. Director, Payroll and will provide leadership and guidance concerning payroll tax strategies with a global lens for the Cox family of businesses.

This position involves a high level of visibility and interaction with senior leadership (AVP+) and a variety of other departments and business functions.

Position Responsibilities:

Payroll Tax Management:

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll taxes, including withholding, remittance, and reporting for multiple jurisdictions (federal, state, and local).
• Oversee quarterly and annual tax filings, including W-2, 1095c, EITC notices, and other compliance forms.
• Manage and resolve payroll tax discrepancies, audits, and inquiries.

Compliance Oversight:

• Maintain compliance with all payroll tax laws and regulations, including updates to tax codes and employment laws.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, and external auditors to ensure compliance during audits and reviews.
• Oversee implementation of tax-related policy changes, ensuring adherence to organizational and regulatory standards.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement improvements in payroll tax processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay current on payroll tax technology trends and partner with IT to optimize payroll tax software solutions.
• Provide training and resources to internal teams on compliance and payroll tax processes.

Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the payroll tax and compliance team, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability.
• Set performance goals, provide regular feedback, and conduct evaluations for team members.
• Act as the primary point of contact for escalations related to payroll tax matters.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Finance, HR, and external vendors to ensure seamless payroll tax integration and compliance.
• Partner with HR and Finance to support year-end processes, such as bonus payments and equity distributions.
• Collaborate on M&A efforts operating as the tax and compliance SME.

Qualifications: Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 10 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 8 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 5 years’ experience in a related field; or 14 years’ experience in a related field • 5+ years’ experience in a management or leadership role
• Experience with leading a payroll tax team in an integrated Workday environment that includes a working knowledge of Workday reporting and data dashboards.
• Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including multi-state tax requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent organizational and pro