Payroll Accountant

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensure payroll is processed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Develop systems to process payroll transactions (e.g. salaries, benefits, garnishments, deductions, taxes and third party payments).
• Assist the Controller in processing monthly international  payments.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies.
• Work with the Controller to calculate and update any accruals for non-standard payments.
• Perform payroll reconciliations on a semi-monthly basis.
• Liaise with auditors and manage payroll tax audits.
• Collaborate with People Team regarding any changes to employees’ status (salary changes, new hires, terminations, promotions).
• Document and improve payroll processes.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions.

You also have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• 1+ years of professional experience calculating and processing payroll.
• Prior experience with HR/Payroll ERP, time and general ledger systems required.
• Self-motivated, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible.
• Must be detail oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Passion for serving developers and for working at a rapidly growing, fast-paced startup.
• Advanced Excel skills, experience with Google Suite (primarily with Sheets), and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies.

Preferred:

• 1+ years experience working with the Big 4