Job Details

Job Title: Payroll and Tax Compliance Specialist

Job Location: 3 days a week in our El Segundo, CA HQ, 2 days remote

Company Description

Greater Good Health is a fast-growing organization delivering care to older adults in access starved communities. Ourinnovative model is led by Nurse Practitioners and focused on outcomes, not volume-meaning we prioritize quality over quantity, spend more time with our patients, and are accountable for their health and well-being.

Whether through our own senior-focused primary care clinics or our suite of integrated clinical solutions for health plans and provider groups, we are making value-based care more accessible and more effective. We help reduce avoidable healthcare costs, improve clinical outcomes, and create a best-in-class patient experience.

If you're passionate about transforming healthcare and delivering meaningful care to those who need it most, Greater Good Health offers a purpose-driven, collaborative, and supportive environment where your work can make a lasting impact.

The Role

The Payroll and Tax Compliance Specialist is responsible for managing the accurate and timely execution of full-cycle, multi-state payroll within the Paycor HCM system. The role focuses on ensuring Paycor's payroll module is configured correctly for compliance, maintaining data integrity, and leveraging the system's tax filing and reporting capabilities to meet all federal, state, and local requirements.

Responsibilities

1. Full-Cycle Payroll Processing & System Management

• System Administrator: Serve as the primary internal administrator for the Paycor payroll module.
• Process multi-state, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll runs within Paycor, performing all pre- and post-processing audits.
• Ensure all employee data, pay rates, deductions, and time/attendance feeds are accurately synchronized from the HRIS to the payroll system.
• Utilize Paycor's tools to review and resolve any proactive tax alerts, warnings, or discrepancies flagged by the system.

2. Payroll Tax Compliance & Multi-State Registration

• Oversee and audit the tax remittance and filing services provided by Paycor (e.g., Federal Form 941, state withholding returns, and year-end Form W-2s).
• Directly manage the setup and registration of new State Unemployment Insurance (SUI) and state withholding accounts as the business expands.
• Coordinate the submission of required documentation to Paycor's tax compliance team to ensure new state accounts are properly configured in the system.
• Monitor and apply changes in federal, state, and local payroll laws to ensure compliance.

3. System Integrity and Stakeholder Management

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure integrations related to payroll deductions are accurate (e.g., benefits providers, 401k administrators, and garnishment agencies).
• Perform periodic audits to reconcile payroll deductions processed in Paycor against third-party vendor invoices or statements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the company and Paycor Support/Tax Teams for complex issues, configuration changes, and system integrations.

4. Reconciliation and Audit

• Reconcile all payroll deductions and remittances, including general ledger files generated by Paycor, prior to importing or exporting data to the accounting system.
• Prepare and process payroll-related journal entries for the Finance department.
• Respond to and resolve employee questions and issues regarding paychecks, deductions, and tax withholding forms (W-4).

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of progressive payroll experience, with at least 1-2 years dedicated to tax compliance and multi-state processing.
• Paycor Expertise (Required): Proven, hands-on experience processing payroll within the Paycor HCM system, including managing integrations and data feeds.
• Certification (Highly Preferred): Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
• Skills: Expert-level knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws; exceptional organizational and auditing skills; and proficiency in Excel for reconciliation.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Package: We offer a competitive compensation package to recognize your valuable contributions and ensure your financial security.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, to prioritize your health and well-being. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) available.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid holidays, vacation time, and paid parental leave to maintain a healthy work-life balance and spend quality time with your loved ones.
• 401K Program with Company Match: Plan for your future with our 401K program, featuring a company match, to help you save for retirement.
• Monthly Phone/Internet Reimbursement: Stay connected with our monthly phone and internet reimbursement, ensuring you have the tools you need to excel in your role.
• Comprehensive Life and AD&D Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with 100% premiums covered by GGH for Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance for full-time team members. Additionally, voluntary supplemental life insurance is offered at a discounted rate.
• Short-Term Disability Coverage: Gain additional financial security with voluntary short-term disability (STD) coverage. This benefit provides a percentage of your salary during periods of illness or injury that prevent you from working for a set period of time.
• Collaborative and Supportive Community: Join our collaborative and supportive GGH Nurse Practitioner Community, with dedicated care coordinators and MD advisors, to foster professional growth and success.
• Malpractice Coverage: Rest easy knowing you're covered with malpractice insurance ensuring peace of mind as you provide

Don't check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that marginalized communities - such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. GGH is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging - so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider applying. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!

Pay Range: $80,000 - $95,000 per year