The Home Depot
Overview
The Payroll Tax Manager is responsible for leading a team of tax professionals in ensuring full compliance with payroll tax regulations across federal, state/provincial, and local jurisdictions in the U.S. and Canada. This role oversees payroll tax planning, research, compliance, audit defense, and accounting, while also contributing to strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to managing risk, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting the company’s broader payroll and mobility objectives and driving process improvements. Base pay
$120,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr Key Responsibilities
10% Compliance - Stays knowledgeable of and ensures adherence to all relevant policies, laws, regulations, and operating guidelines, including payroll and employment laws and regulations 15% Design & Development - Proactively design and develop processes, tools, and reports to support innovation and improve efficiency in Support Systems 30% Problem Resolution - Proactively monitors HR systems to quickly identify errors or issues; Proposes solutions that offer efficiency, excellent customer service, innovation, and sustainability; Reports issues or incidents as they arise to ensure appropriate notification to relevant stakeholders; Conducts root cause analysis and identify workarounds/temporary solutions; Ensures complete resolution including communications and change management activities, when needed 30% Project Management - Apply project management methodologies to involve stakeholders and offer timely communication of project status; Support HR initiatives through project planning and timely delivery, including prioritization of work, with a focus on providing a positive associate experience, gaining operational efficiency, and ensuring long-term sustainability; Provide end to end support that includes communications, change management, and plans for ongoing sustainability 15% Supports Team Development - Coaches, mentors and evaluates team member performance; Manages the responsibilities of the team; Develops successful team culture; Supports hiring and onboarding new team members, as needed Direct Manager / Direct Reports
This position typically reports to Sr. Manager HR Operations This position has 3-7 Direct Reports Travel Requirements
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. Physical Requirements
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Working Conditions
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Minimum Qualifications
Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications
CPA, or CPP, strongly preferred. PCP or CPM certification not required would be advantageous (Canada). Strong technical knowledge of U.S. and Canadian payroll tax laws. Proficiency in payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday). Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Skilled in financial analysis, accounting and G/L account reconciliation in U.S. and Canada Strong business and process knowledge and a commitment to continuous improvement Proven track record of building solid partnerships/relationships and influencing key stakeholders. Demonstrated project management skills. Ability to negotiate, handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances with both internal and external customers. Minimum Education
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job. Minimum Years Of Work Experience
5 Competencies
Decision Quality Collaborates Drives Engagement Ensures Accountability Plans and Aligns Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Develops Talent Drives Results Manages Conflict Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Human Resources Industries Consumer Services
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The Payroll Tax Manager is responsible for leading a team of tax professionals in ensuring full compliance with payroll tax regulations across federal, state/provincial, and local jurisdictions in the U.S. and Canada. This role oversees payroll tax planning, research, compliance, audit defense, and accounting, while also contributing to strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong leadership, and a proactive approach to managing risk, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting the company’s broader payroll and mobility objectives and driving process improvements. Base pay
$120,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr Key Responsibilities
10% Compliance - Stays knowledgeable of and ensures adherence to all relevant policies, laws, regulations, and operating guidelines, including payroll and employment laws and regulations 15% Design & Development - Proactively design and develop processes, tools, and reports to support innovation and improve efficiency in Support Systems 30% Problem Resolution - Proactively monitors HR systems to quickly identify errors or issues; Proposes solutions that offer efficiency, excellent customer service, innovation, and sustainability; Reports issues or incidents as they arise to ensure appropriate notification to relevant stakeholders; Conducts root cause analysis and identify workarounds/temporary solutions; Ensures complete resolution including communications and change management activities, when needed 30% Project Management - Apply project management methodologies to involve stakeholders and offer timely communication of project status; Support HR initiatives through project planning and timely delivery, including prioritization of work, with a focus on providing a positive associate experience, gaining operational efficiency, and ensuring long-term sustainability; Provide end to end support that includes communications, change management, and plans for ongoing sustainability 15% Supports Team Development - Coaches, mentors and evaluates team member performance; Manages the responsibilities of the team; Develops successful team culture; Supports hiring and onboarding new team members, as needed Direct Manager / Direct Reports
This position typically reports to Sr. Manager HR Operations This position has 3-7 Direct Reports Travel Requirements
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. Physical Requirements
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Working Conditions
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Minimum Qualifications
Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications
CPA, or CPP, strongly preferred. PCP or CPM certification not required would be advantageous (Canada). Strong technical knowledge of U.S. and Canadian payroll tax laws. Proficiency in payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday). Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Skilled in financial analysis, accounting and G/L account reconciliation in U.S. and Canada Strong business and process knowledge and a commitment to continuous improvement Proven track record of building solid partnerships/relationships and influencing key stakeholders. Demonstrated project management skills. Ability to negotiate, handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances with both internal and external customers. Minimum Education
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job. Minimum Years Of Work Experience
5 Competencies
Decision Quality Collaborates Drives Engagement Ensures Accountability Plans and Aligns Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Develops Talent Drives Results Manages Conflict Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Human Resources Industries Consumer Services
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