­Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc., in Lake Mary, Florida is looking for a Payroll Tax Specialist.

Company Overview

At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation and energy storage to fast-track the world's energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. At Mitsubishi Power, we value problem-solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture created through accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our core values of: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we’re building the future we all aspire to — making net zero a reality.

One team, one future.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Vice President Global Head of Tax. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, managing filings, and supporting accurate payroll processing. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of payroll tax laws, experience with multi-state payroll, and excellent attention to detail.

The Payroll Tax Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations. This position will oversee the preparation, filing, and reconciliation of payroll tax returns, manage multi-jurisdictional payroll tax requirements, and support accurate and timely payroll processing. The role requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate payroll tax filings and reporting with third-party payroll providers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage payroll tax registrations and accounts across multiple jurisdictions, including new state and local tax setups.
• Respond to payroll tax notices and inquiries from government agencies, ensuring timely resolution.
• Reconcile payroll tax accounts, research variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting payroll tax compliance and implement necessary updates.
• Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits, including payroll tax-related requests.
• Develop, implement, and maintain payroll tax policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Collaborate with Tax, Human Resources, Finance, and Accounting teams to ensure accurate payroll processing and reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements to strengthen payroll tax operations.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert on payroll tax matters, advising leadership on compliance risks and best practices.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Clearly explain and simplify payroll related tax issues for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to a positive team environment and support departmental and company-wide goals.
• Uphold the highest levels of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in all matters.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety practices, reporting any unsafe activities as required.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, subordinates, and management at all levels.
• Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of third parties.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Minimal Business Travel land/air/overnight based on contract needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; plus, a minimum of three (3) years’ related experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of payroll tax experience, in a multi-state environment.
• Proficiency with payroll systems
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and data reconciliation processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in a corporate or large-scale payroll environment.

Physical & Safety Requirements 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee’s working environment may be loud.  The employee may be required to adhere to MPSA and customer safety procedures including but not limited to, the use of personal protection equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, goggles, hearing and fall protection) Mitsubishi Power Americas Inc. supports 365/24/7 service operations for internal and external customers with a mission of providing reliable and excellent customer service as needed, all team members are subject to contribute to this mission.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture.
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.

Mitsubishi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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