Compensation Management & Accounting

Mizuho • New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate, Compensation Management & Accounting sits within HR and will support the HR Compensation Management team with a strong focus on partnering with Accounting, Finance, Payroll, and external providers to ensure complete, accurate, and timely recording of compensation-related transactions, compliance with applicable accounting guidance, and strong support for monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of accounting, compensation accounting, payroll accounting, or financial reporting experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and close processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with Workday, equity and compensation administration systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for compensation, bonus, commission, and benefits.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules for compensation-related balances.
• Partner with Payroll and HR to validate employee compensation data, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support internal and external audit requests by organizing documentation and explaining accounting support for key balances and processes.
• Contribute to process improvements, internal controls, and documentation for compensation accounting workflows.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders and third-party administrators to ensure accurate data flow and reporting.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and special projects to support the broader controllership and finance organization.

Benefits

• generous employee benefits package
• discretionary bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level