Senior Payroll Accountant

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

We are in search of a seasoned Senior Payroll Accountant to enhance our Global shared service Payroll accounting team during a period of significant growth. This position is essential for overseeing payroll activities for EPAM's subsidiaries in LatAm and for maintaining precise US GAAP records related to payroll. We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates thoroughness, accuracy, and an initiative-driven attitude to refine payroll procedures and improve the quality of financial reports.

Responsibilities

Oversee payroll processing for designated EPAM subsidiaries in LatAm, including regular payroll accounting and necessary accruals
Conduct thorough analyses and reconciliations of payroll across various internal systems
Investigate and rectify complex payroll issues
Work collaboratively with different departments to ensure unified operations
Respond to audit inquiries and participate consistently in meetings with external and internal auditors
Manage local audits with a focus on payroll-related matters
Engage in ongoing improvement projects, proactively seeking and testing enhancements
Produce on-demand reports as needed
Apply advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel, for payroll management and data analysis
Manage and utilize ERP systems to facilitate smooth payroll operations
Exhibit resilience and maintain high stress tolerance when managing payroll within strict deadlines

Requirements

Academic background in Economics, Finance, or Accounting
At least 3 years of experience in a role equivalent to a Payroll Accountant
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong sense of responsibility and exceptional attention to detail
Capable of effectively handling and synthesizing information from diverse sources
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and deliver results
Fluent in English with proficient business communication skills

Nice to have

Proficiency in using SAP, especially in payroll processing and financial reporting contexts
Experience with procedures related to company acquisitions
Knowledge of handling payroll in multiple currencies