Employment Tax Jobs in Texas
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- Senior Manager1
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5 live · updated hourlySr. Analyst, Payroll Tax - Remote Available
Payroll Tax and Compliance Analyst
Sr Manager, Payroll Tax and Accounting
Payroll Tax Analyst
Payroll Tax Supervisor
About this market
Market context
Texas Employment Tax primarily refers to the unemployment insurance (UI) taxes levied on employers to fund benefits for eligible unemployed workers. This tax is administered by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and is a significant compliance area for businesses operating in the state.
Texas does not impose a state personal income tax, making its Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax the primary state-level 'employment tax' concern. Employers are subject to UI tax on the first $9,000 of wages paid to each employee annually (the taxable wage base). New employers typically pay at a rate determined by their industry, while experienced employers receive a rate based on their individual experience rating, which can fluctuate annually. Additionally, employers must ensure proper classification of workers as employees or independent contractors to avoid significant penalties.
What's driving demand
- New Business Formation
- Audits by Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
- Worker Misclassification Risk
- Changes in Unemployment Trust Fund Balance
Regulatory timeline
Credentials that matter
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)essential
- Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)essential
- Attorney (JD)valued
Skills & tools
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Nearby jurisdictions
Frequently asked
- What is employment tax in Texas?
- Texas Employment Tax primarily refers to the unemployment insurance (UI) taxes levied on employers to fund benefits for eligible unemployed workers. This tax is administered by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and is a significant compliance area for businesses operating in the state.
- How does employment tax work in Texas?
- Texas does not impose a state personal income tax, making its Unemployment Insurance (UI) tax the primary state-level 'employment tax' concern. Employers are subject to UI tax on the first $9,000 of wages paid to each employee annually (the taxable wage base). New employers typically pay at a rate determined by their industry, while experienced employers receive a rate based on their individual experience rating, which can fluctuate annually. Additionally, employers must ensure proper classification of workers as employees or independent contractors to avoid significant penalties.
- What credentials matter for Texas Employment Tax roles?
- Employers most often look for: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), Attorney (JD).
- Which tools and systems appear in Texas Employment Tax job specs?
- Commonly cited: Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Employer Portal, Payroll Software (e.g., ADP, Workday, Paychex), Worker Classification Analysis, Unemployment Claims Management, Multi-state Payroll Compliance.
- How many Texas Employment Tax roles are live right now?
- 5 live roles on taxjobs.ai.