Houston Tx, US
Payroll Tax Analyst
CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.
We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.
DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?
Pay range: $69,500 - $77,850
YOUR ROLE
The Payroll Tax Analyst is responsible for managing payroll tax compliance and reporting for U.S. and Canadian payrolls. This role ensures accurate tax filings, reconciliations, and audit support using SAP and ADP Smart Compliance.
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?
- Process and reconcile payroll tax filings for U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions.
- Maintain and update tax configurations in SAP and ADP Smart Compliance.
- Open and close payroll tax accounts with federal, state, provincial, and local agencies as needed.
- Monitor and resolve tax notices, discrepancies, and agency inquiries.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local payroll tax regulations.
- Stay current on payroll tax law changes, including legislative updates.
- Prepare and analyze payroll tax reports for internal stakeholders and audits.
- Support quarterly and annual tax filings, including W-2, T4, and other statutory forms.
- Collaborate with Finance, HR, and external vendors to ensure accurate reporting and remittance.
- Assist with SOC audits, workers’ compensation, and benefits audits by providing payroll tax documentation and reports.
- Participate in system upgrades, testing, and process improvements related to payroll tax.
- Train and support payroll processors on tax-related procedures and system usage.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Other assigned duties as requested.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred.
- 3+ years of payroll tax experience, including U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, and data visualization.
- Ability to create and maintain payroll tax reports for compliance and audit purposes.
- Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve tax discrepancies.
- Knowledge of SOC audit requirements and data privacy standards.
- Proficient in SAP Payroll and ADP Smart Compliance.
- Strong understanding of U.S. and Canadian payroll tax regulations.
- Experience with multi-state and multi-provincial payroll environments.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and external agencies.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive payroll data
WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?
With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.
We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.
It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.
ABOUT TOMORROW
We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.
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CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.
CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.
Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: firstname.lastname@cevalogistics.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.
Information provided is true and accurate. False statements or information will result in the application voided.
Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Nearest Major Market: Houston