Senior Payroll Accountant

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Payroll Accountant in United States.

This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across both U.S. and U.K. workforces within a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. You will play a critical part in maintaining payroll integrity, supporting month-end close processes, and ensuring adherence to all applicable tax and statutory requirements. The position combines hands-on payroll accounting with analytical review, audit preparation, and cross-functional collaboration across Finance, HR, and Operations. You will manage payroll reconciliations, reporting, and compliance activities while also contributing to process improvements and system enhancements. This is a detail-driven role where precision, confidentiality, and strong technical accounting knowledge are essential. You will also act as a key point of contact for payroll-related inquiries and support continuous optimization of payroll systems and workflows. Your work will directly impact financial accuracy, compliance readiness, and employee experience.

• Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll accurately and on schedule for U.S. and U.K. employees
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, local, and UK payroll tax laws and statutory requirements
• Prepare, review, and file payroll tax documentation including W-2s, W-3s, and quarterly filings
• Reconcile payroll accounts including wages, taxes, deductions, benefits, and related liabilities
• Manage payroll accounting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, reporting, and month-end close
• Support payroll data accuracy in collaboration with HR and Finance teams
• Assist with timesheet review and processing in coordination with program and finance stakeholders
• Lead or support audit processes including 401(k), payroll, and workers’ compensation audits
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure payroll processes remain compliant and up to date
• Support payroll system enhancements, testing, and continuous process improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and confidentiality of employee payroll data

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in payroll accounting, payroll tax, or related financial operations role
• Strong knowledge of U.S. payroll tax regulations and multi-state payroll processes
• Familiarity with UK payroll compliance requirements is highly preferred
• Experience with payroll systems such as Rippling and/or Tilt
• Proficiency in ERP and accounting systems such as NetSuite or Deltek Costpoint
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP principles
• Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capabilities
• Experience managing deadlines in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Bonus: experience supporting audits, payroll implementations, or automation initiatives

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of $83,400 – $125,200, based on experience and qualifications
• Eligibility for overtime pay, shift differentials, and discretionary performance bonuses
• Annual bonus opportunities based on individual and company performance
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Access to employee wellness, mental health, and advocacy programs
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work eligibility
• Additional benefits such as training support, wellness programs, and employee resources
• Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven, innovation-focused organization.