Payroll Accountant

Job Description

We have an immediate need for a degreed Accountant to join our dynamic accounting team. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, at least 2-3 years of accounting experience with payroll accounting in their background; strong skills in Microsoft Excel; ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and composure; strict attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication techniques; superb organizational skill; a positive attitude along with a professional demur and a willingness to learn.

Position will perform general accounting duties including, but not limited to, the following:

• Posting of weekly and semi-monthly US payroll from ADP into the various general ledgers. Produce and distribute weekly overtime reports.
• Prepare quarterly and annual OBP (Operational bonus plan) calculations for all US and Canada divisions
• Monthly closing – prepare various payroll journal entries, related but not limited to, ex-patriots, vacation accruals, bonus accruals, payroll taxes, etc
• Prepare accurate and timely account reconciliations as assigned.
• Ownership of Corporate Service Center Allocation process. This includes but is not limited to creating the standard monthly entries on an annual basis and ensuring accurate invoicing on a quarterly basis.
• Prepare quarterly and year-end corporate schedules.
• Treasury administrator – password resets, review inactive accounts, quarterly attestions, etc.
• Ownership of payroll and treasury SOX controls throughout all SOX phases (Documentation and Assessment, Interim Testing, Year End Testing)
• Standardize and centralize General Accounting processes, identify standard methodologies, and implement process improvements.
• Conduct BSR’s (Balance Sheet Review) as assigned.
• Learn daily cash accounting procedures within the Kyriba system to provide a backup for Treasury accounting.
• Culture Alignment: drive evolution of accountability, collaboration, and trust across the organization and proactively link responsibilities to key OGSM metrics
• Personal Development: utilize Avery Dennison Performance Management System (GPS) and tools to improve professional and personal development.

Qualifications

Education:

• Accounting or Finance degree

Experience:

• 2-3 years experience in Accounting or Finance with some payroll exposure
• Exposure to Oracle ERP a plus
• Proficiency in Google applications (Slides, Sheets, etc…)
• Proficiency in PC skills (Word, Excel, etc…)

Other:

• Great teammate with excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong demonstration of business ethics and integrity.

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Additional Information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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