Payroll Tax Analyst Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the payroll tax analyst opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for guidance on tax regulations in one or more jurisdiction, managing tax returns, tax reconciliations and projects related to the application of state and local tax laws.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Requires attention to detail, flexible and possess strong initiative
• Strong employment tax background that includes federal, state and local taxes complex entity structure filing experience
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, HRIS and Payroll Software experience
• Customer transition and implementation
• Quickly absorb, process, and apply knowledge to appropriately meet requirements
• Detail oriented and poses a high level of accuracy
• Work independently as a member of a team
• Manage multiple projects and fluctuating workload

I would like to submit my application for the payroll tax analyst opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support in managing withholding tax and social tax compliance from a payroll perspective, including end-of-year reporting requirements and updates of agreements with tax authorities.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of payroll laws, state and federal regulations
• Experience managing payroll operation with at least 3000 employees
• Experience using payroll and time management systems
• Knowledge of Multi State Taxation regulatory requirements
• Abilities interpret, explain and comply with prescribed law, rules and procedures
• Monitor, audit, reconcile, and balance variety of data and transactions
• Use independent judgment to maintain statistical records
• Knowledge of local, state and federal tax regulations

In response to your job posting for payroll tax analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for payroll tax guidance, research and coordination including biweekly, quarterly and annual payroll tax processing.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Working knowledge of accounting and reconciliation in the payroll discipline highly preferred
• Experience working in Ultipro-Core
• Understanding of payroll, tax, and accounting and/or related subject matter
• Understanding of regulatory and legislative guidelines
• Proficient in the user of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Proficient in MS Office with strong excel skills (pivots, V-lookups)
• CPP Payroll Certification preferred
• Experience in using MS Excel, Word and Access software including but not limited to developing pivot tables, advanced filters, formulas and other analytical tools

I am excited to be applying for the position of payroll tax analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for tax advice to business partners on ad-hoc basis to ensure the company is in full compliance with tax laws/regulations.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Apply for federal and state tax ID numbers and correspond with state tax authorities related to employment tax rates
• Prepare and file employment tax returns (940/941 and state), annual returns (1120-SF), 1099s and W2s
• Analyze, interpret and manipulates data extracts for payroll filings
• Perform quality control related to the calculations of distributions
• Prepare and handle the reporting of unclaimed property (Escheat)
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) helpful
• Familiar with PeopleSoft or other in-house payroll processing system and ADP Tax outsourcing experience
• Good understanding of employee taxing in a multi-state environment and localities in Pennsylvania and Ohio

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the payroll tax analyst position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support on reconciliations between the tax provision and the tax returns and any subsequent tax audits.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Provide accounting support and assist in documenting, communicating and implementing procedures for acquisitions, mergers and divestitures
• Assist locations, staff groups and third party administrators with research requests, analytical support, and issue resolution associated with departmental responsibilities
• Understanding and proven track record of applying payroll processes, timekeeping, garnishments, commission payments, and benefit administration
• Understand general accounting and business concepts
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, organizational skills and priority-setting abilities
• Share responsibility for team assignments and outcomes
• Identify opportunities and work on process improvements
• Knowledge of federal and state tax laws