Payroll Tax Lead at LG Electronics

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Dec, 25

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

27 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Tax Compliance, Tax Reporting, Accounting Functions, Payroll Systems, Federal Regulations, State Regulations, Local Regulations, Tax Reconciliations, Tax Filings, Audit Preparation, Risk Management, System Configuration, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Process Improvements, Tax Jurisdictions, Compliance Standards

Industry

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone. Summary The Payroll Tax Lead is responsible for comprehensive oversight and management of payroll tax compliance across multiple entities, including six companies and over 45 state and local jurisdictions. This role manages the accurate integration and mapping of payroll tax data between UKG Pro and ADP Smart Compliance platforms, ensuring both systems are continuously updated with the latest compliance information. Key responsibilities include the ongoing monitoring and updating of tax rates, handling quarterly and annual tax reconciliations, and resolving tax fallouts to maintain compliance accuracy. The lead is accountable for registering new tax jurisdictions and managing communications with the IRS, state, and local tax authorities to address and resolve tax notices, amendments, and compliance issues. This includes negotiating interest and penalty matters when necessary. Collaborating cross-functionally with HR, Payroll, Accounting, Legal, and external vendors, the Payroll Tax Lead acts as a subject matter expert in payroll tax regulations, system configurations, and compliance standards. The role drives continuous process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory adherence while supporting audit readiness and strategic tax initiatives. Responsibilities Review payroll output data in UKG Pro and ensures proper tax configuration before transmission. Monitor and validate the automated transmission of payroll tax files from UKG Pro to ADP Smart Compliance. Oversee and reconcile all federal, state, and local tax filings managed through ADP, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and alignment with payroll activity. Perform detailed quarterly and year-end tax reconciliations, confirming that all liabilities, deposits, and filings match payroll records. Frequently review and update tax codes, jurisdiction assignments, and SUI rates within both systems. Manage the registration of new tax jurisdictions as business operations expand into new states or localities. Investigate and resolve tax fallouts, including rejections, incorrect filings, or late deposit alerts. Directly communicate with tax authorities (IRS, state, local) to address notices, request penalty abatements, or clarify regulation changes. Research, interpret, and apply jurisdictional tax changes, working closely with vendors (UKG, ADP) to implement updates in both platforms. Lead amendment filings when corrections to prior returns are needed and ensures historical data is adjusted accordingly. Establish internal procedures for payroll tax processing, reconciliation, and jurisdictional updates across all legal entities. Determine resolution paths for tax issues independently - including fallout investigations, missed deposits, rejected filings, or incorrect jurisdiction setups. Collaborate across multiple departments, such as: - HR: for employee data, work location changes, and taxability of compensation. - Payroll team: to align earnings codes and ensure taxable wages are correctly classified. - Accounting: to reconcile GL postings with tax remittances and verify financial accuracy. - Legal: to ensure compliance with federal and state labor and tax laws. - External stakeholders: including ADP, UKG, and government agencies (e.g., IRS, state/local tax departments). Make judgment calls on: - When to escalate issues to legal or leadership (e.g., unresolved IRS notices). - Whether interest/penalties should be disputed or paid. - When amendment filings are required and how to execute them properly. Ensure accuracy in tax filings, audit readiness, and legal compliance, significantly reducing organizational risk and maintaining employee trust. Oversee compliance for 6 legal entities across 45+ states and numerous local jurisdictions. Lead improvements in payroll tax processes including automation, system upgrades, and compliance reporting enhancements. Proactively recommend and implement process and system enhancements that improve accuracy and efficiency. Drives cross-functional improvements involving Payroll, Tax, Accounting, and HR to enhance compliance and reporting accuracy. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 15+ years progressively responsible experience in multi-state payroll tax compliance, tax reporting, and related accounting functions. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred. Strong knowledge of payroll systems (UKG, Workday, ADP, etc.) and federal, state, local tax regulations essential. Advanced expertise in federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, regulations, and compliance standards. Thorough understanding of multi-state tax complexities and IRS requirements. Applies knowledge independently and collaboratively to audit preparation, tax filings, risk management, and system configuration. #LI-DR1 Recruiting Range $75,000—$115,000 USD Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees: No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits. Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options. Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time. Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role). Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives. Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance. Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors: Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies. Privacy Notice to California Applicants At LG, we aspire to empower people and celebrate differences because we believe diversity will create the unexpected. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Consistent with our commitment to providing equal opportunity and embracing diversity, LG has implemented affirmative action to ensure applicants are employed and employees are treated without regard to these characteristics. In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.

Responsibilities

The Payroll Tax Lead is responsible for overseeing payroll tax compliance across multiple entities and ensuring accurate integration of payroll tax data between systems. This role involves monitoring tax rates, handling reconciliations, and managing communications with tax authorities.