Senior Corporate Accountant – Payroll & General Ledger (GL)

This a Full Remote job, the offer is available from: California (USA)

Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Senior Corporate Accountant to support our General Ledger (GL) accounting operations, with a focus on payroll. This role will be responsible for preparing payroll journal entries, performing account reconciliations, conducting flux analysis, and supporting audit requests. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, works independently, and brings a proactive mindset to problem-solving while maintaining financial rigor. We have this position open for two locations:

• Mountain View, CA

• San Francisco, CA

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post timely and accurate payroll-related journal entries.

• Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of payroll-related GL accounts.

• Prepare flux analysis and provide explanations for key variances.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll accounts.

• Support internal and external audits by compiling necessary documentation.

• Collaborate with Payroll, HR, and accounting teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of payroll accounting.

• Identify process gaps and propose improvements for payroll accounting efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• CPA certification (preferred).

Experience:

• 4+ years of combined experience in corporate accounting and public accounting.

• Prior experience in a high-growth or fast-paced company (Must-have).

• Strong understanding of GAAP and payroll accounting practices.

• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.) and experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills (written & verbal).

• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt to a dynamic environment.

• Proactive mindset with a focus on process improvement.

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