Senior GL & Payroll Accountant

The Senior Compensation Accountant will perform all payroll and equity compensation responsibilities and performs finance and accounting related activities. The position has impact on the company’s cash flow and financial statements. Accuracy and quality are important competencies for the role.

Responsibilities

Performs bi-weekly payroll processing and reconciliation; assists Payroll Manager with payroll related administration (i.e. FSA, HSA, 401k, commuter benefits, PTO accrual reconciliation, timecard management, etc.); identifies and resolves multi-state payroll tax filing/registration matters; administers Workers’ Compensation program through ADP; supports Payroll Manager with Workers’ Compensation annual audit; serves as resource to employees with payroll related topics; makes recommendations on policies and procedures; ensures all statutory payroll withholding, remittance, and reporting is performed accurately and timely; designs and creates ADP reports; prepares all payroll-related journal entries including month-end payroll accrual; responsible for ADP system maintenance; administers equity compensation programs (stock options, RSUs, ESPP, etc.); calculates and records stock-based compensation expense in accordance with ASC 718; manages equity-related tax withholding obligations; performs month-end activity; responsible for correction and reclassification of payroll and equity-related accounting entries; responsible for accuracy and reconciliation of all payroll and equity-related balance sheet accounts.

Requirements

BA degree required – Concentration in Economics or Accounting/Finance preferred.; Minimum 3 years in Payroll, Equity Compensation, Benefits, and General Accounting experience.; Must have strong analytical skills.; Excellent skills in using MS Office Suite software: Excel, Words, etc.; Experience in ERP (QAD) is required.; Proficient in using third party payroll software (ADP, Paychex, etc.) and equity administration platforms (Carta, E*TRADE, etc.).; Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills.; Enjoy being part of a team while still being a key individual contributor.; Possess a strong work ethic and pride in work with a broad range of interests and desire to learn.

Nice to have

Concentration in Economics or Accounting/Finance preferred