Payroll Tax Senior Analyst

Dallas, TX, US, 75230

Requisition ID: 845266 
Position:Full-Time

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.
 

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to “see more and be more” thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.

GENERAL FUNCTION

As part of the EssilorLuxottica North America Payroll Team, the Sr Analyst - Payroll (Tax) performs a variety of duties to support the HR, Payroll and Tax functions for EssilorLuxottica. This position also provides exceptional customer service and problem resolution while maintaining strict confidentiality of information at all times. This role is responsible for all functions relating to payroll tax reporting, payments and tax filings utilizing ADP Payroll Tax Services for multiple-EIN’s, operating in multi-states environment, assisting with acquisitions/mergers to ensure compliance with all federal, state, province and local tax authorities.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compliance with all federal, state, province, and local tax regulations for US, Puerto Rico and Canada
• Ability to research, analyze and provide recommendations to tax related questions
• Maintaining payroll tax controls, reports and files for each taxing authority by EIN
• Analyze and reconcile payroll controls to quarterly ADP reports and Preview W-2s, T4s & RL-1s
• Process tax adjustments and amendments as well as create process documentation
• Preparing and filing returns not supported by ADP Tax Service on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Document and verify tax rate changes are accurately updated
• Administer new account set ups, prepare/remit new State, SUI & Local registrations and closures as needed for tax authorities
• Timely coordinate tax notices from federal, state, province and local tax agencies with ADP SmartCompliance for research and resolution
• Reconciliation/management of incoming tax agency refunds coordinating back-up and coding with GL & AR
• First line support to incoming payroll tax tickets & inquiries, provide timely and exceptional customer service
• First line support for agencies inquires, tax notices, communications and employee federal tax exempt approval notifications
• Audit online HR Reports to ensure accurate tax setups for home address changes, location address changes, new hires, transfers and Visas/EADs
• Assist with Acquisitions and Integrations tax workbooks, audits, and prior tax balances
• Process tax setups related to VISAs & EADs
• Process employee tax setups for local and school district taxes
• Provide support to the Payroll Coordinators & Specialists for tax errors, issues and inquiries
• Train on and serve as backup to process year-end tasks by established deadline and backup on Expats and Shadow Payrolls

• Support and cross train other payroll employees on payroll tax

• Support internal and external audits

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree in Human Resources or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• 5+ years HR Payroll tax experience required
• Experience with ADP’s GlobalView, ADP reporting or equivalent
• Proficiency using Microsoft Excel, Word
• Leadership, initiative, analytic, investigative and attention to detail skills
• Trustworthiness with confidential information
• Multi-state payroll experience
• Must be comfortable with engaging in a variety of different communicative modes and have strong active listening skills.
• Experience with data analysis and auditing
• Prioritize work in a fast pace and constantly changing environment
• Work effectively with all levels of management, staff, customers, and vendors

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• CPP
• Advanced in MS Excel

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. 
 
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com. 
  
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.