Join our team as a US Payroll Tax Analyst and become our in-house tax expert supporting the U.S. Payroll team. In this highly visible and critical role, you'll ensure our payroll system remains compliant by monitoring legislative changes across all 50 states and validating system configurations. You'll play a key role in reconciling and issuing accurate year-end tax forms (W-2s) on time. Additionally, you'll assist with payroll processing when needed and contribute to various payroll and tax projects. This position offers a balance of independent work and collaboration with the Director, U.S. Payroll Manager, and U.S. Tax team. Position Responsibilities: Tax Compliance Monitoring: Stay updated on federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations across all 50 states to ensure compliance. Payroll System Validation: Regularly review and validate payroll system configurations to ensure they align with current tax laws and regulations. Payroll Processing Support: Assist in the processing of payroll as needed, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax requirements. Tax Filings and Payments: Ensure that vendor is preparing and filing all necessary payroll tax reports and payments accurately and timely. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies. Year-End Reporting: Reconcile and issue year-end tax forms (W-2s), ensuring accuracy and timely distribution to employees. Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and insights related to payroll taxes. Issue Resolution: Address and resolve any payroll tax discrepancies or issues in a timely manner. Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Tax, and other departments to ensure smooth payroll operations and compliance. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the payroll tax function. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain thorough documentation of payroll tax processes and prepare regular reports for management review. Training and Guidance: Provide training and guidance to the payroll team on tax-related matters as needed. Required Qualifications: 4-6 years of progressive payroll experience processing in multi-state, high-volume environment and/or payroll tax oversight Enterprise payroll and HR systems such as ADP, Workday, SAP, Dayforce, etc. [Bachelor's degree in business, finance, human resources, or related combination of education and experience Intermediate or Advanced Excel skills, ability to analyze large amounts of data using complex formulas, macros, etc. Preferred Qualifications: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation ADP Global View experience ADP Smart Compliance experience When you join our team: We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. About Manulife and John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html. Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com. Referenced Salary Location Toronto, Ontario Working Arrangement Hybrid Salary range is expected to be between $61,350.00 CAD - $102,250.00 CAD If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions. We are committed to creating a workplace that offers unlimited opportunities for employees to realize their career goals. Whether it’s working abroad, exploring a new career direction or simply progressing in their chosen field, we help our employees reach their full potential.
