DNA Growth - US Taxation & Payroll Specialist

Job Title: US Payroll & Taxation Specialist.

Location: Ludhiana/Mohali.

Timing: 4pm to 1am.

Website: www.dnagrowth.com

Key Responsibilities:

US Payroll Management:

- End-to-end processing of bi-weekly/monthly payrolls using platforms like Gusto, ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks Payroll, or similar.

- Ensure compliance with multi-state wage and hour laws.

- Prepare and file Forms 941, 940, W-2s, and other IRS/state forms.

- Set up new hires and manage terminations including final paychecks, severance, and benefits-related compliance.

- Handle garnishments, deductions, and reimbursements.

- Coordinate with HR and finance teams to ensure accurate payroll inputs and employee classification.

US Taxation (Federal & State):

- Prepare and review federal and state tax filings for S-corps, C-corps, and LLCs.

- Support clients during tax season with 1099/1096 preparation and filing.

- Reconcile year-end financials with tax filings.

- Liaise with CPAs and external advisors for strategic tax planning.

- Assist clients with IRS/state correspondence and audits.

- Proficient in managing tax scrutiny, assessments, and reassessments,.

Client Relationship & Compliance:

- Act as the primary point of contact for US clients for all payroll and tax-related queries.

- Keep clients informed on updates to tax laws and payroll regulations.

- Ensure timely responses and resolutions to client concerns.

Requirements:

- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with US payroll processing and tax filing.

- Strong understanding of IRS rules, multi-state payroll, and small business tax structures (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp).

- Experience with Gusto, ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar tools.

- Familiarity with tools like Avalara, TaxJar, or Vertex is a plus.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Strong analytical and documentation skills.

- Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple clients simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

- EA (Enrolled Agent) license preferred but not mandatory.

- CPA or MBA Finance is a plus.

- Prior experience working in a US outsourcing firm.