Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA certification (preferred)
4+ years of combined experience in corporate accounting and public accounting
Strong understanding of GAAP and payroll accounting practices
Requirements:
Prepare and post timely and accurate payroll-related journal entries
Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of payroll-related GL accounts
Prepare flux analysis and provide explanations for key variances
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll accounts
Job description
Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Senior Corporate Accountant to support our General Ledger (GL) accounting operations, with a focus on payroll. This role will be responsible for preparing payroll journal entries, performing account reconciliations, conducting flux analysis, and supporting audit requests. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, works independently, and brings a proactive mindset to problem-solving while maintaining financial rigor. We have this position open for two locations:
Mountain View, CA
San Francisco, CA
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and post timely and accurate payroll-related journal entries.
Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of payroll-related GL accounts.
Prepare flux analysis and provide explanations for key variances.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll accounts.
Support internal and external audits by compiling necessary documentation.
Collaborate with Payroll, HR, and accounting teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of payroll accounting.
Identify process gaps and propose improvements for payroll accounting efficiency.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP.
