Payroll Accountant (Contract)

Monolithic Power Systems•Kirkland, WA

6d•$33 - $38

About The Position

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world ---come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference. Job Description: Job Type This is a three-month full-time contract position with the opportunity for extension. Job Summary The Payroll Accountant is a key member of the MPS Finance and Accounting Team and is responsible for general payroll support and processing for both US and Canada employees. In addition, this position will be responsible for Payroll Accounting including monthly journal vouchers and account reconciliations.

Requirements

BS/BA degree in accounting or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll accounting, preferably within a public company setting
US GAAP accounting knowledge with 5+ years of accounting experience
Knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Intermediate excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP's)
Must be able to multi-task and work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent analytical and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day payroll operations including bi-weekly payroll submission for the US and Canada
Ensure accurate tracking of employee hours and PTO
Ensure the timely funding of payroll, payroll taxes and other employee withholdings
Address employee inquires and investigate and correct payroll discrepancies promptly while maintaining the confidentiality of employee data
Partner with HR and Stock Administration on payroll related matters including new hires, terminations, commissions, benefits, etc.
Prepare all journal entries relating to payroll including expenses, liabilities and other payroll-related transactions while maintaining compliance with SOX, GAAP and other relevant regulations
Reconcile payroll accounts ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and align the company policies and compliance standards between payroll system (ADP/Workday) and financial systems
Support both internal and external audits related to payroll and associated accounts
Collaborate with the Stock Admin to ensure accurate processing of vested stocks transactions for payroll
Supports accounts payable with invoice processing, payments, account coding, accruals, research, and analysis
Provide Ad hoc project support to the finance team as needed