Payroll Tax Specialist

Payroll Tax Specialist

Location: El Segundo (Los Angeles), CA | Hybrid (2 days per week onsite)

Are you a payroll tax expert with a passion for precision, compliance, and continuous improvement? We're seeking a dynamic Payroll Tax Compliance Specialist to join our fast-paced, high-impact team. If you thrive on solving complex tax puzzles, navigating multi-state regulations, and driving operational excellence-this role is for you.

This is a hybrid role based in our El Segundo office; Tuesdays and Wednesdays onsite.

What You'll Do:

• Lead payroll tax compliance for 2,700+ multi-state employees using ADP Workforce Now.
• Own federal, state, and local payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and audits.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on wage and hour laws, FLSA, garnishments, and Regular Rate of Pay.
• Research and implement tax law changes, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing across all frequencies.
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, Accounting, Sales Compensation, and IT to optimize systems and workflows.
• Make recommendations for streamlining processes.

What You Bring:

• 5-7 years of payroll and multi-state tax experience.
• Deep knowledge of FLSA, IRS regulations, and payroll tax compliance.
• Expertise in ADP Workforce Now and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• CPP designation preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, customer-focused mindset with a drive for excellence.

Why Join Us:

• Be the cornerstone of payroll tax integrity in a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Influence process innovation and compliance strategy across the organization.
• Enjoy a culture that values precision, partnership, and professional growth.

Ready to make an impact where accuracy meets innovation? Apply now and help us shape the future of payroll compliance.

Who we are:

KARL STORZ is an independent, family-owned company headquartered in Germany's renowned MedTech manufacturing region. For 80 years, we've pioneered the most groundbreaking innovations in endoscopic surgery, video imaging, and operating room integration to benefit patients and healthcare providers alike.

With more than 9,000 associates worldwide and 2,600 in the US, we pride ourselves on harnessing cutting-edge technology, precise workmanship, and unrivaled customer support to help healthcare facilities succeed. With onsite locations and field opportunities across the country, we attract a diverse and talented staff. It's not just about the tools we create-it's about the lives we change, together.

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Eligible Employee Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too!
• 3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee's first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• And much more!

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.
Credentialing requirements at KARL STORZ

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.

Pay Transparency

The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member's base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at taoperations@karlstorz.com.

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