Payroll Accounting Manager

Overview

• Manage payroll accounting processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP and SOX regulations.
• Collaborate with HR and HRIS teams to maintain accurate employee data policies.
• Supervise and develop staff, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Provide support for audits and resolve labor cost-related inquiries.
• Prepare and analyze payroll accounting reports and reconciliations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
• Ensure timely resolution of payroll discrepancies with internal and external partners.
• Work in a hybrid environment with flexibility for remote work.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee month-end close processes, including journal entries and financial statement analysis.
• Develop and maintain policies for employee data changes in payroll systems.
• Prepare and record annual bonus accruals and quarterly PTO true-ups.
• Review and prepare balance sheet reconciliations and flux analysis.
• Provide training and feedback to staff to enhance performance.
• Support external audits and address labor cost-related inquiries.
• Utilize Oracle Fusion, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Alteryx for payroll accounting tasks.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and SOX regulations in payroll processes.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of full-cycle payroll accounting experience required.
• Comprehensive understanding of payroll processes and tax/benefit calculations.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Alteryx.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX regulations.
• CPA designation and public accounting experience are preferred.
• Ability to manage large data files and perform data manipulation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.