Payroll Accountant

Siemens Healthineers

7d•$87,620 - $120,483•Onsite

About The Position

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions. We are seeking a Payroll Accountant with strong expertise in US and Canada payroll processes, payroll accounting, tax compliance, and advanced reporting. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in full-cycle payroll accounting and payroll operations, with proven ability to manage outsourced vendors and support financial audits. Experience with Workday, Ceridian Dayforce, SAP, or similar ERP systems is highly preferred, along with the ability to drive process improvements and financial accuracy. You will play a key role in ensuring proper payroll accounting, tax filings, and reconciliations, contributing to the integrity of financial reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in payroll processing and accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
The ability to work under tight deadlines.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas, and data analysis/report automation).
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Workday, or similar) and payroll platforms (Ceridian Dayforce preferred).
Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to think critically and contribute to process improvement and financial accuracy.
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Higher education preferred.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation or CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate and timely payroll accounting entries, including payroll accruals, journal entries, inter-company charge outs, and reconciliations in accordance with IFRS, GAAP, and company policies.
Oversee reconciliation of payroll accounts, including payroll clearing, tax liability, bank funding, benefits-related, interim, and return accounts; resolve discrepancies.
Manage and/or review all payroll tax filings and payments for entities in the US and Canada, ensuring full compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local requirements.
Review and analyze payroll tax returns and W-2 reporting for accuracy and completeness.
Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and audit support.
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support audit requests and ensure timely responses to inquiries.
Partner with Finance and HR teams to provide payroll accounting data for financial statements, forecasts, and operational reports.
Analyze payroll and tax data to identify trends, discrepancies, or risks and report findings to management.
Support month-end and year-end close activities with timely payroll accounting deliverables.
Ensure that payroll provider files align with bank funding and ERP General Ledger postings.
Continuously evaluate and enhance payroll accounting, processing, and tax compliance procedures to improve accuracy, efficiency, and controls.
Lead or contribute to projects related to system enhancements, automation, and process optimization.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and ensure end-to-end payroll process alignment.
Utilize ServiceNow or similar CRM tools to manage and track payroll-related accounting and processing tickets, ensuring timely issue resolution.
Maintain accurate documentation in CRM systems for audit, compliance, and reporting purposes.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and provide timely resolutions.
Collaborate effectively with HR, Tax, Finance, and IT teams to ensure accurate, timely payroll processing and compliance across the organization.
Communicate complex payroll tax and accounting topics to both financial and non-financial stakeholders in an understandable manner.