Job Description

McKim & Creed is a unique, employee-owned firm. First and foremost, we value people. has a reputation for state-of-the-art design of facilities that treat, preserve and conserve the earth’s finite water resources and optimize existing infrastructure and resources. Our highly respected teams of engineers and surveyors are committed to the innovation, sustainability and resource efficiencies that lead to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future while helping communities leverage their infrastructure.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our tenured payroll team in Wilmington, NC in a newly created role as our Payroll Tax Compliance Specialist.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional to lead our payroll tax compliance and research efforts. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll tax filings, maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations, and proactively monitoring legislative changes that may impact payroll operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll systems, tax reporting requirements, and the ability to interpret complex tax laws. This position plays a key role in implementing and maintaining compliance with all regulations, minimizing risk, and ensuring operational accuracy.

WHAT TO EXPECT DAY-TO-DAY:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax laws and regulations affecting payroll to ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Ensure accurate tax withholdings and deductions for weekly multi-state payroll processing.
• Review and reconcile quarterly and annual payroll tax returns (e.g., 941, 940, W-2, W-3).
• Reconciliation of payroll tax collections and agency payments.
• Research and resolve payroll tax variances.
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries from government agencies.
• Manage tax filing & payment services cases with UKG.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure alignment on employee classifications and taxable benefits.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Monitor employee tax data in payroll systems and update as necessary.
• Assist with year-end processing and distribution of tax forms.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 3+ years of payroll experience with a strong emphasis on tax compliance.
• Knowledge of IRS regulations and multi-state payroll tax requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Business

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Experience with UKG preferred.
• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For , here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team . If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live work and play, we're glad you found McKim & Creed.

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McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

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