À propos de ce poste Payroll & Tax Analyst chez Dutch Bros
It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing. At Dutch Bros Coffee, we are more than just a coffee company. We are a fun-loving, mind-blowing company that makes a difference one cup at a time.
Position Overview:
The Payroll & Tax Analyst supports the payroll team by providing administrative and operational assistance across payroll tax compliance, gift tax reporting, special payroll projects, and ad hoc payroll processing needs. This role works closely with the Senior Manager, Payroll & Compliance and other payroll team members to help ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across corporate and shop employees.
This position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and enjoys supporting complex payroll and tax processes while developing deeper technical expertise. The Payroll & Tax Analyst plays a key role in day-to-day execution, documentation, and issue resolution, contributing to the overall accuracy and efficiency of payroll operations.
Job Qualifications:
3-5 years of payroll and/or payroll tax experience, including multi-state payroll exposure
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Fundamental knowledge of payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements
Experience supporting payroll processing cycles and responding to payroll-related inquiries
Familiarity with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, or similar platforms
Strong attention to detail with solid organizational and time management skills
Intermediate Excel skills and ability to work with payroll data and reports
Ability to follow established procedures while identifying opportunities for improvement
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Location Requirement:
This position is eligible for remote work in any state where Dutch Bros currently resides: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, KS, KY, MO, NM, NV, OK, OR, TN, TX, UT, and WA.
For candidates located in the Greater Phoenix area, this position is required to be in office four days per week (Monday–Thursday). Fridays are optional remote work days.
Key Result Areas (KRAs):
Payroll Tax & Gift Tax Support
Support company gift tax reporting, including data gathering validation, tracking, and documentation
Assist with payroll tax setup, filings, amendments, reconciliations, and notices under the guidance of senior payroll leadership
Help prepare and review payroll tax reports to ensure accuracy and completeness
Maintain organized records to support audits, agency inquiries, and internal reviews
Payroll Processing & Administration
Provide ad hoc payroll processing support, including on-cycle & off-cycle payrolls, adjustments, reversals, and corrections in support of payroll tax operations as well as corporate and shop payroll teams as needed
Support accurate employee setup and maintenance in Workday, including earnings, deductions, and tax configurations
Help ensure payroll data integrity by researching and resolving discrepancies
Special Projects & Continuous Improvement
Support payroll special projects, including system updates, process enhancements, testing, and documentation
Assist in the creation and maintenance of payroll SOPs, job aids, and process documentation in support of payroll tax, Workday payroll processing, and Workday reporting
Participate in system testing related to payroll, tax updates, and new earnings or deductions
Help identify process gaps or inefficiencies and escalate recommendations to leadership
Cross-Functional Support
Respond to internal payroll and tax-related inquiries from HR, Finance, and other stakeholders
Partner with external vendors (e.g., ADP) to help resolve routine payroll or tax issues
Provide reporting and data support for Finance reconciliations and compliance needs
Skills:
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Solid understanding of payroll fundamentals and tax concepts
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities
Comfortable working in collaborative, fast-paced environment
Physical Requirements:
In-Office Environment: Must be able to work in a busy, crowded, and loud office with frequent distractions and interruptions
Must be able to collaborate in-person with occasional impromptu in-person meetings
Office Conditions: Adaptability to typical office conditions, which may include exposure to air conditioning, heating, artificial lighting, and varying noise levels
Mobility: Ability to sit, stand, reach, twist, stretch, and work at a desk for long stretches. Must be able to occasionally move or lift office items up to 25 pounds
Hearing Requirements: Hearing must be sufficient or correctable to ensure clear understanding of spoken information, including participating in virtual meetings and phone calls. Use of hearing aids or other assistive devices is acceptable if needed.
Reading and Writing Proficiency: Ability to read and write in English is essential for processing documents, drafting reports, and following up on necessary actions. Proficiency in written communication is required to handle job-related tasks effectively.
Vision Requirements: Vision must be adequate or correctable to perform essential job duties, such as reading documents on a computer screen and using other visual tools. Use of corrective lenses or other measures to meet visual requirements is expected if needed.
Technology Proficiency: Must be proficient in operating a computer and other office productivity tools such as printers, scanners, and collaboration software.
Effective Communication: Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members, clients, and other stakeholders via email, video conferencing, and other in office communication tools.
Compensation:
DOE
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