Job description
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Accountant with deep expertise in payroll processing, tax compliance, and accounting rules to join our consulting team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end payroll functions for multiple clients, ensuring compliance with local and international financial regulations, and providing expert advice on financial operations and optimization.
- Oversee accurate and timely payroll processingfor multiple clients.
- Ensure compliance with local labour laws, socialinsurance, and income tax regulations.
- Review and approve payroll entries, adjustments,and reconciliation.
- Coordinate with HR and clients for accurateemployee data and compensation updates.
- Handle year-end payroll reporting and taxsubmissions
- Applyaccounting rules and standards (GAAP/IFRS/local standards) to allpayroll-related financial transactions.
- Prepareand review journal entries related to payroll, benefits, accruals, andtaxes.
- Leadmonthly, quarterly, and year-end closings related to payroll accounts.
- Supportthe preparation of financial statements and reports for internal andexternal stakeholders.
- Provide accounting and payroll advisory services to clients across various industries.
- Conduct financial analysis, identify areas for improvement, and recommend process optimizations.
- Design payroll workflows and documentation for new clients onboarding.
- Train junior accountants and client teams on payroll best practices and compliance updates.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards,tax laws, and payroll regulations.
- Develop and enforce internal controls over payroll andfinancial reporting.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, andregulatory bodies as needed.
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA, CMA, or equivalent preferred.
- 5-7 years of experience in payroll accounting and financial consulting.
- Strong knowledge of payroll systems and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Zoho).
- In-depth understanding of accounting principles, payroll taxation, and labour regulations.
- Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experiencein a consulting firm or BPO/shared service environment.
- Familiaritywith multi-country payroll processing and tax implications.
- Experienceimplementing payroll systems or supporting digital transformation infinance.