NRG Energy · 2 hours ago
Senior Payroll Tax Analyst
Utah, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expNRG Energy is committed to redefining the home experience with technology and services. The Payroll Tax Analyst will play a crucial role in the payroll and accounting teams by ensuring tax accounts are reconciled and compliance with state and federal tax laws is maintained.
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Responsibilities
Reconcile payroll accounts and taxes to the general ledger - Research discrepancies
Assist the accounting department with reconciling all payroll related accounts
Post all payroll transactions for all companies to GL
Primarily responsible for all Employee Incentives - Ensure proper taxation, record keeping, and gross ups where applicable—monthly reconciliation/quarterly reconciliation where applicable
Ad hoc Accounting requests/reports/audit requests
Audit HSA/401k/Flex/Garnishment accounts
Assist in end of year W2/T4 preparation
Assist in month-end and quarter-end payroll tax audits
Test payroll tax changes within SAP payroll
Manage unemployment rates from each state to ensure proper setup in SAP payroll
Ensure taxes related to employee relocation and stock transactions are set up properly
Lead payroll tax function in SAP payroll system and coordinate with ADP tax team
Remain current on legislation and regulatory rules impacting payroll tax
Manage the setup and closure of all tax accounts with state and local jurisdictions
Qualification
Required
Minimum two (2) years' experience working within payroll
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to interface with individuals at all levels of the organization to understand requestor's needs and to take raw information to develop reports and presentations
Must be able to prioritize, problem-solve, take initiative, maintain confidentiality of sensitive personnel information
Proven ability to remain flexible in the face of change and changing priorities
Excellent analytical and independent thinking skills
Ability to review and understand statistical data retrieved from Workday Payroll
Four-year college degree, or equivalent, accounting preferred
Experience in multi-state payroll processing
Understanding of Federal and State payroll taxation, practices, and laws
Experience with spreadsheet and word processing programs
Ability to interface with all levels of personnel, management, and external auditors
Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple projects, and meet deadlines
Excellent customer service
Preferred
Functional knowledge of using SAP/Success Factors preferred
Functional knowledge of ADP Smart Compliance preferred
Benefits
Free daily lunch and drinks on site
Paid holidays and flexible paid time away
Employee/Friends/Family Discounts
Onsite health clinic, gym, gaming tables
Medical/dental/vision/life coverage & 24/7 Medical Hotline
401(k) + Employer Match
Employee Resource Groups
Company
NRG Energy
NRG Energy is an integrated power generation and supply firm that offers offsite solar, wind power, and smart grid retail services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.99BKey Investors
Public Utility Commission of Texas
2025-09-24Post Ipo Debt· $4.9B
2025-08-04Post Ipo Debt· $216M
2024-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
Leadership Team
Lawrence S Coben
President, CEO and Chair of the Board
Anne C Schaumburg
Lead Independent Director
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