Payroll Tax Manager

About DraftKings

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

As a Payroll Tax Manager, you'll own multi-jurisdictional payroll tax operations and drive process enhancements using Workday. You'll collaborate with stakeholders across Finance, People Operations, and Tax to ensure compliance, streamline workflows, and prepare for geographic expansion. This is your opportunity to transform complexity into clarity and lead initiatives that shape how DraftKings scales payroll tax operations in the U.S. and beyond.

What You'll Do

• Oversee end-to-end payroll tax processes using Workday HCM and third-party vendors.

• Ensure federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance across multiple U.S. jurisdictions and business entities.

• Reconcile and file payroll tax returns, including quarterly and annual filings such as 941s and W-2s.

• Maintain accurate employee tax setup and resolve discrepancies related to multi-state work locations.

• Manage agency accounts, registration, tax rates, and tax profiles across multiple FEINs.

• Partner with internal teams to implement configuration changes, process updates, and payroll tax system enhancements.

• Lead audit responses, agency inquiries, and manage amendments and notices.

• Stay up to date on tax law changes and assess their impact on operations and compliance.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

• At least 5 years of payroll tax experience, including 2+ years managing multi-state compliance.

• Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll tax regulations, including nexus rules and reciprocal agreements.

• Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll configuration, reporting, and integrations.

• Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy in reconciliation and filings.

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred, with a strong aptitude for process improvement.

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Join Our Team

We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 103,500.00 USD - 129,400.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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DraftKings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender identity, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.

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