Senior Payroll Accountant

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Position Summary The Senior Payroll Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting department and Company by ensuring the integrity of financial information and results through compliance with Company policies and procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Responsibilities include the ownership of domestic and international payroll and benefits, including expenses, accruals, and prepaid accounts and the production of financial and regulatory reports based on those records.

Other responsibilities include performing accounting and financial analysis, preparing account reconciliations and assisting in the preparation of accounting statements and reports. This role will partner closely with Human Resources and other cross-functional teams to support month-end close and ongoing financial operations.

Job Responsibilities Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to payroll and benefits expenses, accruals, and prepaid accounts

Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules

Perform domestic and international payroll accounting, including verification of expense classifications and accrual estimates

Maintain bonus schedules, tax receivables and liabilities, and benefits liability balances

Coordinate with business partners to ensure completeness and accuracy of accruals

Analyze expense trends and variances and provide explanations to management

Organize and evaluate prepaid expenses and balances, ensuring proper amortization and accurate period recognition, according to policy

Collaborate cross-functionally to support business initiatives and financial transparency

Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance controls

Assist with system implementations or upgrades related to accounting processes

Prepare and review financial reports for accuracy; complete any additional review or investigation required

Research and respond to financial inquiries from management

Participate in preparation of complex schedules and documentation for internal and external audits, both domestic and international

Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAPAssist as needed to perform other related duties and special projects as requested

Accept other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required5+ years of experience working in accounting preferably in a Big 4 or large company, with 3+ years preferred specifically in payroll accounting

Strong experience with month-end close

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook Demonstrated ability to learn new accounting software

Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment

Preferred Qualifications CPA preferred

Drive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement):
Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement

Communication:
Proficient verbal and written communication skills; willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization to achieve the desired results

Teamwork:
Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to…