Senior Payroll Accountant
Accounting and Financial, Payroll, GAAP accounting, Communication, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, ERP

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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