Senior Tax Analyst

About IRIS

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK's largest privately held software companies, trusted by 100,000+ businesses, schools and accountancy firms to keep their operations running. Our software pays 1 in 6 UK employees, supports over 12,000 schools, and is relied on by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms.

We're a Great Place to Work® certified employer, recognised for our commitment to well-being, inclusion and development - and we're growing fast.

Job Summary

The Senior Payroll Tax Analyst is responsible for overseeing payroll tax compliance and serving as a subject matter expert on payroll tax matters. This role leads complex tax activities, manages agency relationships and audits, supports regulatory changes, and drives process improvements to ensure accurate and compliant payroll tax operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the accurate calculation, reporting, and remittance of federal, state, and local payroll taxes.

• Review and oversee payroll tax filings, including Forms 941, 940, state unemployment returns, and other regulatory filings.

• Manage complex payroll tax issues, tax notices, agency inquiries, and compliance-related escalations.

• Lead mont