Payroll Accountant
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Job summary
As Payroll Accountant you will be responsible for capture and analysis of payroll related transactions across multiple entities. These entities can include global subsidiaries incorporated in the UK, Ireland, Spain, Switzerland, Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, Belgium, Canada, China, Germany, Latvia, Sweden, Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea, Bermuda, Japan and Australia. You would also be responsible for monthly reconciliations of liability accounts that are necessary to ensure the integrity of the balance sheet. You will work with different team members around the globe and will meet with these individuals regularly, requiring flexible hours.
What you will do
Prepare payroll processing input and review processing output from payroll vendors for a variety of international entities
Prepare monthly payroll entries and complete other month-end close activities for a variety of international entities
Perform monthly reconciliations for liability accounts
Perform routine income statement reconciliations to year-to-date payroll reports to identify any errors in payroll journals
Provide explanations for monthly variances on specific liability and expense accounts
Contribute to and improve account reconciliations
Coordinate payroll requests with and prepare documentation for external auditors (both domestic and international)
Work independently to answer questions from other finance professionals within the business
Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance
Performing other accounting and payroll duties and supporting as required
Assist on finance improvement projects as required
What you will have
Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
2+ years of relevant experience in an accounting position with payroll processing and payroll accounting experience.
Experience with a major ERP product
Experience with month-end close and variance analysis
Highly organized and great at tracking and meeting deadlines
Dedicated to high-quality results and finding solutions
Excellent skill with Microsoft Excel (Advanced lookups/Pivot tables) and other common computer applications
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
Nice to have
International payroll experience
Experience with NetSuite
Professional designation (SAIPA)
Benefits
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Generous paid time off, including holidays and additional leave options
Family-friendly leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and other supportive leave programs
Health and wellness support, including medical cover (where applicable), gym reimbursements, and mental well-being resources
Pension, life insurance, and income protection benefits (location dependent)
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential support for employees and their families
Education assistance and professional development opportunities
Access to LinkedIn Learning and continuous learning resources
Employee referral bonus program and additional company perks and discounts
Business travel insurance and global employee support programs
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