Senior Payroll Accountant

Remote in Colombia: Bogota

Accounting and Financial

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Colombia: Bogota

We are in search of a Senior Payroll Accountant to enhance our Global shared service Payroll accounting team during a period of significant growth. This position plays a key role in overseeing payroll functions for EPAM subsidiaries in LatAm and ensuring precise US GAAP recording of payroll-related activities. We are looking for a candidate who is detail-oriented, skilled, and proactive in improving payroll procedures and increasing the accuracy of financial reports.

Responsibilities

Oversee payroll processing for designated EPAM subsidiaries in LatAm, including regular payroll accounting and accruals
Conduct thorough analyses and reconciliations of payroll using all internal systems
Address and resolve complex payroll issues
Work collaboratively with various departments to maintain unified operations
Respond to audit inquiries and participate in regular discussions with both external and internal auditors
Manage local audit activities with a focus on payroll components
Engage in ongoing improvement projects, proactively seeking and testing enhancements
Produce on-demand reports as needed
Apply expert-level MS Office skills, particularly Excel, for payroll management and data analysis
Administer and oversee ERP systems to facilitate smooth payroll operations
Exhibit a high level of stress resilience when handling payroll deadlines

Requirements

Academic background in Economics, Finance, or Accounting
At least 3 years of experience in a Payroll Accountant or similar role
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong sense of responsibility and meticulous attention to detail
Capable of effectively managing and synthesizing information from diverse sources
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and deliver results
Strong proficiency in English, with the ability to communicate effectively in a professional setting

Nice to have

Proficiency with SAP, especially in payroll management and financial reporting
Experience with the financial aspects of company acquisitions
Knowledge of handling payroll in multiple currencies

Benefits

International projects with top brands
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
Healthcare benefits
Employee financial programs
Paid time off and sick leave
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
EPAM Employee Groups
Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn

Senior Payroll Accountant

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