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Senior Payroll Accountant

Mexico
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
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