Payroll Tax Accountant

Description At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing top talent. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet to help the world live more fully. The Payroll Tax Accountant within the Bath & Body Works Payroll function is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable Federal, Provincial, State, and Local tax requirements for the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely and accurate payroll tax reporting and payroll disbursement reconciliations
• Own payroll tax reconciliations and tax filings (quarterly and annual).
• Work closely with the payroll operations and cross functional partners to make necessary adjustments before finalizing tax filings.
• Prepare payroll tax journal entries for all business entities timely and accurately
• Manage analysis of all tax inquiries and notices promptly, including state jurisdictions, the federal government, local taxing authorities, and Canadian provinces
• Participate in testing of Oracle upgrades or tax updates
• Support key payroll initiatives and projects
• Conduct tax audits to ensure compliance with standards of operation
• Research and respond to associate payroll tax inquiries; manage associate tax changes as applicable
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Partners in Digital IT, Associate Connect, Benefits and Human Resources to understand current processes and make recommendations for improvements as needed

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 2 - 3 years’ experience in Payroll Tax and Accounting
• Experience with Oracle HCM, ADP Smart Compliance and SAP Financials is preferred
• Excellent customer service and written & oral communication skills
• Demonstrated initiative and drive to achieve results and goals
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills, including experience analyzing data and making recommendations based on analysis
• Ability to execute tasks in a thorough, composed, accurate, and timely fashion while managing multiple, competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Education

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Accounting or Finance

Core Competencies

• Lead with Curiosity & Humility
• Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow
• Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose
• Observe, Engage & Connect
• Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence
• Deliver Business Results

Benefits

Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include:

• Robust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
• 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase with discount
• No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity for paid time off and paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including a family building benefit, childcare discounts, and home, auto and pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs
• 40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses!

Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Application window will close when all vacancy/vacancies are filled. Apply To This Job