Payroll Tax Analyst

3M

  • Maplewood, MN
  • $109,202-133,469 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 hours ago
Job Description:Payroll Tax AnalystCollaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the WorldChoosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.The Impact You’ll Make in this RoleAs a Payroll Tax Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all payroll tax regulations and requirements for both US and Canada (USAC). Here, you will make an impact by:
  • Tax Compliance: Ensuring that USAC complies with federal, state, provincial, and local payroll tax regulations by utilizing a third-party vendor to manage all tax preparations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness, including the preparation of year-end tax statements.
  • Data Analysis: Analyzing payroll tax data to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies. Conduct regular audits of payroll tax records and resolve any issues that arise.
  • Reconciliation: Vendor billing reconciliation to actual charges as well as resolving any tax account discrepancies.
  • Regulatory Updates: Staying informed about changes in payroll tax laws and regulations. Implement necessary changes to payroll processes to maintain compliance.
  • Collaboration: Working closely with HR, Finance, and IT departments to ensure seamless payroll processing and integration of payroll tax data (including stock integrations).
  • Audit Support: Assist in internal and external audits related to payroll taxes. Provide necessary documentation and respond to inquiries from auditors and tax authorities.
  • System Maintenance: Supporting the maintenance and enhancement of payroll systems to improve efficiency and accuracy in payroll tax processing.
Your Skills and ExpertiseTo set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited university and a minimum of two (2) years' experience in Payroll, Human Resources, and/or Finance in a private, public, government or military environment.
OR
  • High School degree/GED (completed and verified prior to start) and a minimum of six (6) years' experience in Payroll, Human Resources, and/or Finance in a private, public, government or military environment
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.
  • Strong understanding of US and Canada federal, state (multi-state payroll tax), province and local payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.
  • Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP SmartCompliance, Workday) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Partnering with ADP on preparing and filing payroll tax returns, analyzing payroll tax data, and collaborating with various departments to ensure accurate and efficient payroll tax processing.
  • Handling communications with outside federal, state, and local jurisdictions/authorities, as required, on related tax remittances, filing issue,s and governmental notices.
  • Updating employee earnings for fringe benefits and other miscellaneous employee updates, including acquisition transactions.
  • Handling year-end tax administrative duties, stock option processing, and projects as assigned.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Work location:
  • On-site at Maplewood, MN, at least 4 days per week
Travel: May include up to 5% domesticRelocation Assistance: Is not authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).Supporting Your Well-being3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.Chat with MaxFor assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careersApplicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $109,202 - $133,469, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.Good Faith Posting Date Range 09/04/2025 To 10/04/2025 Or until filledAll US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy StatementCarefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at 3M are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.Please access the linked document by clicking select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.

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