Payroll Tax Specialist - Contract (Hybrid)

At Broadridge, we've built a culture where the highest goal is to empower others to accomplish more. If you're passionate about developing your career, while helping others along the way, come join the Broadridge team.

Broadridge is growing! We are seeking a contract seasoned Payroll Tax expert who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will bring extensive payroll tax expertise, thrive in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment, and serve as a subject matter expert on complex payroll tax issues. This role requires exceptional problem-solving abilities, the ability to meet critical deadlines, and a strong commitment to providing outstanding service to internal teams and external clients.

Do you have experience processing payroll within ADP Smart Compliance? Are you looking to join one of the leaders in the Financial Technology industry? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

This is a temporary, contract role expected to last approximately 6-120months. We are made up of high performing teams that meet in person to learn and collaborate as needed. This role is considered hybrid, which means you'll be assigned to a Broadridge officeandgiven the flexibility to work remotely.

Responsibilities:

• Manage audits and inquiries from federal, state, and local tax authorities
• Act as a liaison with government agencies regarding payroll tax matters
• Register for new state and local tax jurisdictions and close out inactive jurisdictions when required
• Reconcile payroll tax accounts and promptly resolve discrepancies and inquiries
• Research employee tax matters, including address validation and multi-state withholding requirements
• Review, analyze, and respond to agency tax notices in a timely and accurate manner
• Conduct internal payroll tax audits, including validation of account numbers, SUI rates, and exposure by jurisdiction
• Partner with the Payroll team to resolve complex tax-related issues and provide subject matter expertise
• Support special projects, including state and local audits, system initiatives, and compliance reviews
• Monitor and implement changes in payroll tax regulations across jurisdictions to ensure ongoing compliance

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in payroll tax and compliance, preferably within financial services or a similarly regulated industry
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, multi-state payroll, and jurisdictional compliance
• Proven experience with tax account reconciliations and issue resolution
• Demonstrated ability to manage outside state and local audits
• Proficiency with ADP SmartCompliance payroll/compliance tools
• Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and reconciliations)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills; ability to interact effectively with internal teams, external vendors, and government agencies
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision
• Client-facing experience preferred
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Strong problem solver with the ability to think critically and strategically
• Comfortable working in high-volume, fast-paced environments
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Commitment to delivering outstanding service and collaboration

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $53.00 per hour. Broadridge considers various factors when evaluating a candidate's final salary including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education.

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Disability Assistance

We recognize that ensuring our long-term success means creating an environment where everyone is welcome, where everyone's strengths are valued, and where everyone can perform at their best. Broadridge provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application and/or hiring process, please contact us at 888-237-7769 or by sending an email toBRcareers@broadridge.com.

Client-provided location(s): Newark, NJ

Job ID: broadridge-JR1079854

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-01-24T19:13:54