Employment Tax Jobs in Maryland

We're tracking 3 live employment tax roles in Maryland.

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Frazier & Deeter logo

Corporate Tax Manager-Foreign Inbound/U.S. Tax

Frazier & Deeter•Columbia, Maryland, United States$120k – $150k
Posted 1 week ago
Frazier & Deeter logo

Corporate Tax Manager-Foreign Inbound/U.S. Tax

Frazier & Deeter•Towson, Maryland, United States$120k – $150k
Posted 1 week ago
Johns Hopkins University logo

Tax Manager (Tax Office)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD, United States$86k – $150k
Posted 30+ days ago

About this market

Market context

Employment tax in Maryland encompasses state-level obligations related to payroll, including income tax withholding, unemployment insurance contributions, and other wage-based taxes. Professionals in this area ensure employers comply with Maryland's tax laws for their workforce.

Maryland employers are required to withhold state income tax from employee wages and remit it to the Comptroller of Maryland. The state's Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax is administered by the Maryland Department of Labor, with rates varying based on employer experience rating and a taxable wage base set annually (e.g., $8,500 for 2023). Employers also face local income tax withholding requirements for their employees, administered by the state on behalf of counties and Baltimore City.

What's driving demand

  • State Tax Law Changes (e.g., income tax rates, UI wage base)
  • Increased Remote Workforce
  • Audits by Comptroller of Maryland or MD Dept. of Labor
  • Business Growth / Expansion within Maryland

Regulatory timeline

  • 2023-11-20Maryland FY 2024 Taxable Wage Base for Unemployment Insurance AnnouncedFinalized
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  • 2022-06-01Maryland Employee Retention Credit (HERO Act) ChangesExpired/Superseded (Relevant for prior compliance)
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Credentials that matter

  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)essential
  • Enrolled Agent (EA)valued
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)essential

Skills & tools

MDTAX OnlineSIDES E-ResponsePayroll Software (e.g., ADP, Workday, QuickBooks Payroll)Microsoft ExcelMulti-state Payroll ComplianceGarnishment ProcessingYear-end Reporting (W-2s, 1099s)

Frequently asked

What is employment tax in Maryland?
Employment tax in Maryland encompasses state-level obligations related to payroll, including income tax withholding, unemployment insurance contributions, and other wage-based taxes. Professionals in this area ensure employers comply with Maryland's tax laws for their workforce.
How does employment tax work in Maryland?
Maryland employers are required to withhold state income tax from employee wages and remit it to the Comptroller of Maryland. The state's Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax is administered by the Maryland Department of Labor, with rates varying based on employer experience rating and a taxable wage base set annually (e.g., $8,500 for 2023). Employers also face local income tax withholding requirements for their employees, administered by the state on behalf of counties and Baltimore City.
What credentials matter for Maryland Employment Tax roles?
Employers most often look for: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Enrolled Agent (EA).
Which tools and systems appear in Maryland Employment Tax job specs?
Commonly cited: MDTAX Online, SIDES E-Response, Payroll Software (e.g., ADP, Workday, QuickBooks Payroll), Microsoft Excel, Multi-state Payroll Compliance, Garnishment Processing, Year-end Reporting (W-2s, 1099s).
How many Maryland Employment Tax roles are live right now?
3 live roles on taxjobs.ai.