Ask Tax International, Inc., Talent & People
Payroll Clerk at Ask Tax International, Inc.
- Location
- Remote
- Compensation
- $25-$30/hr
Join Ask Tax International, Inc. as a Payroll Clerk in this 100% remote role. We are a specialized tax and accounting firm seeking experienced professionals to run our internal US multi-state payroll cycles from end to end.
If you have a passion for precision, experience with complex reconciliations, and a background in multi-state compliance, this is your chance to focus on high-impact payroll work within a firm that truly understands the industry. Offering $25-$30 per hour, this role is perfect for detail-oriented experts who want a stable, well-defined cycle in a professional, remote-first environment.
Role overview
You will own the end-to-end recurring payroll cycle for Ask Tax International, Inc.’s internal employees. This hands-on role involves collecting timesheets, managing new hire entries, processing pay runs, and reconciling deductions. As a critical member of the in-house function, you will ensure total compliance with multi-state tax withholding and filings while supporting employee inquiries.
About Ask Tax International, Inc.
Ask Tax International, Inc. is an accounting and tax services firm based in Columbia, Maryland. The company provides individual and business tax preparation, international tax preparation, payroll processing, accounting and bookkeeping, small-business startup and Small Business Administration assistance, and IRS and state tax representation. It serves clients with broader financial and taxpayer-representation needs and has operated under its current name since 1992.
What you will do
- Execute the full payroll lifecycle, including verifying employee timesheets, processing recurring pay runs, and managing status changes or new hires.
- Reconcile complex payroll deductions, garnishments, and benefits while preparing necessary documentation for state and federal tax filings.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, providing clear, patient, and discreet explanations regarding compensation and withholdings.
Who this is a fit for
- Proven experience running US multi-state payroll cycles independently, demonstrating deep familiarity with various state-specific withholding and compliance requirements.
- Advanced proficiency in payroll software systems and spreadsheet-based reconciliations, ensuring high data integrity and accuracy under strict processing deadlines.
- Professional payroll certification such as FPC or CPP is highly preferred, alongside a discreet and detail-oriented approach to handling sensitive compensation data.
Why this role is remarkable
- Join a specialized tax and accounting firm where payroll is a core competency and valued business function, rather than a back-office afterthought.
- Enjoy the flexibility of a 100% remote work environment while processing complex, multi-state payroll for a growing international team.
- Focus entirely on the technical execution and precision of payroll cycles in a dedicated role without the distractions of department management.
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