Payroll and Payroll Tax Sr Analyst

If you are an experienced payroll and payroll tax professional, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! In this role you will act as the expert on pay, tax and accounting configurations.

This position handles confidential data for all active employees in the US using the Oracle software suite. Responsibilities include ensuring timely and accurate filing of payroll taxes and supervising activities ensuring they are compliant. You will have a great deal of contact and cross-functional collaboration with the Total Rewards, Mobility, Accounting and Digital HCM (IT) teams!

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Accountability for W2/W2C generations to reduce issues, optimize filings, reduce interest and penalties, and ensure activities align with regulatory requirements

Serve as liaison with taxing authorities and partner with Payroll Operations and 3rd party vendors on complex tax issues and tax jurisdiction registrations/de-registrations

HR support on 401k, W4 and W2 topics including projects, legislative changes, updates and testing activities

Supervise and regulate payroll tax updates for payroll system in partnership with IT to ensure compliance with tax legislation

Facilitate root cause analysis for tax issues & coordinate process gap addressment

Support Mobility team on taxation and payroll process considerations

Track and manage resolution of payroll issues and risks critical to payroll processing

Create and maintain a standardized process and taxation treatment for Visa statuses and deceased employees; liaison with AP on annual 1099 activities

Advisor on payroll taxation for creation/maintenance of deduction and payment types

Advisor on payroll & payroll tax topics with business partner initiatives

Support mergers and acquisitions through the management of payroll processing and tax requirements and deductions and earnings configurations in partnership with IT and project team

Support of divestitures through payroll and tax data support and TSAs adherence in partnership with IT and project team(s)

Supervise payroll and payroll tax legislation to ensure payroll activities are in compliance

Process balance adjustments for year-end reporting of cars, clubs, moving and relocations, incentive stock options, financial planning, tuition, gift certificates, etc.

Supports US Payroll Operations Manager on tasks related to the project plan and execution of year-end and year-begin activities; partnering for successful processing and remittance/reporting

Continually review departmental operating procedures to optimize efficiency and effectiveness

Promote an internal customer service orientation through effective policy administration, timely responsiveness to customer needs and appropriate communication

Responsible for ensuring SLAs are met on inquiries from our employees and payroll partners

Maintain expertise in the software tools/integrations that are used to manage and maintain accurate payroll and payroll tax processing

Who You Are:

You adjust communication to fit the audience and the message. You establish and maintain customer relationships. You readily adapt to personal, interpersonal, and leadership behavior. You display a can-do demeanor in good and bad times. You take time to ask questions, define the problem and make learning a priority and goal. You reflect on activities while proactively seeking feedback. You acquire data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems. You are confident under pressure, maintaining a positive demeanor and bouncing back from setbacks.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Bachelor's degree in a Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, Business, or related field.

Minimum of 6 years of related work experience with prior project support/leadership experience preferably in a high volume, national Payroll/Finance environment

Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in payroll and tax withholding, remittance and reporting activities preferably in a high volume, national Payroll/Finance environment

Demonstrated ability to manage sophisticated payroll tax activities including W2 and W2 issuances and return/amended return filings in support of compliance with legislation

Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

8+ years' of demonstrated experience and subject matter expertise with payroll tax and payroll operations

Experience with Oracle & ADP Smart Compliance applications desired

Experience with payroll conversions, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures highly preferred

Our Offer To You:

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs.

We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. ?

At Emerson, we are committed to encouraging a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. ?

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company's values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.

Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values)

and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team let's go!

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Requisition ID : 24008898

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.