Senior Accountant, Payroll and Equity

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Job Summary

Take on a pivotal role as a Senior Accountant in Payroll and Equity, contributing significantly to the optimization of our global share-based compensation programs and financial reporting procedures. As a key member of the Payroll and Equity Operations function, we are seeking a meticulous accounting professional with a deep understanding of equity administration, payroll accounting, and compliance protocols. A key aspect of your role involves overseeing stock transactions, upholding SOX controls, and complementing the Payroll Delivery team in executing post-payroll activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee post-payroll accounting activities, including preparation of report packages and correction of journal errors within Workday Financials.
• Conduct detailed monthly payroll account reconciliations, meticulously researching and resolving discrepancies to maintain data integrity.
• Collaborate with various finance departments to ensure accurate delivery of monthly general ledger and accounting packages to business segments, enhancing financial transparency and accountability.
• Prepare quarterly and annual share-based compensation expense schedules for recording in subsidiary ledgers globally, including budgeting, reforecasting, and analytical analyses.
• Prepare financial statement disclosures related to Arch's Long-term Incentive and Share Award Plans under GAAP, SEC, IFRS, and STAT reporting frameworks.
• Coordinate the semiannual Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) enrollment processes with internal departments and execute the share purchases under the Plan.
• Address employee and business partner inquiries related to equity transactions and ESPP participation.
• Perform comprehensive reviews, reconciliations, and ensure the accuracy of the equity database.
• Coordinate the sourcing of equity awards related to employees' mobility across multiple tax jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with local regulations and reporting requirements.
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices in equity administration and payroll accounting, providing insights and recommendations.
• Execute controls and procedures to mitigate risks associated with equity and payroll transactions, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to optimize workflows and systems in equity and payroll operations, including supporting payroll accounting and equity platform projects.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent education and experience.
• CPA license or CEP designation is advantageous.
• 5+ years of experience in payroll accounting, equity administration, or related roles, with exposure to equity financial reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Workday Payroll and Financial management systems.
• Proficiency in equity administration platforms.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex payroll and equity data, identifying trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and interact with external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and data integrity.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software applications for data analysis and reporting.
• Proactive problem-solving ability and a willingness to learn

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