Accounting Manager, Global Payroll

h2o.ai•San Jose, CA

3d•$11,300 - $13,300

About The Position

H2O.ai is seeking a detail-oriented, hands-on Payroll Accounting Manager to lead global payroll accounting. The role manages full-cycle payroll accounting, including coordination with external payroll providers, communicating payroll changes and funding, reviewing payroll reports, preparing journal entries, and reconciling general ledger accounts. The manager collaborates with outsourced partners on global payroll and related compliance, as well as with the internal People Operations team, and handles monthly close activities. This is a temporary role with the potential to convert to full-time employment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Strong communication skills.
At least 7 years of experience focused on corporate accounting and related roles, including international accounting and payroll accounting; experience should include reviewing, approving, funding, preparing journal entries, and preparing reconciliations.
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of GAAP, month-end close processes, and operational and international accounting procedures, including payroll accounting.
Experience in an international, multi-entity environment, including managing outside payroll service providers.
Ability and willingness to meet business-critical deadlines through time-management and project-management skills.
Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency with MS Office tools and G-Suite.
Demonstrated analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of Big 4 public accounting experience, or demonstrated solid accounting and internal control knowledge.
Software and SaaS industry experience.

Responsibilities

Manage global payroll accounting and outsourced payroll providers across geographies, including the United States, APAC, and EMEA.
Review weekly and monthly payrolls prepared by outsourced providers.
Ensure timely and accurate recording of payroll-related journal entries.
Own reconciliations of payroll-related accounts, including accrued payroll, bonuses, vacation, and employer taxes, and support accrued commissions reconciliation.
Monitor compliance with local payroll tax regulations and labor laws with assistance from external payroll providers.
Manage weekly and monthly payment processes to employees, payroll providers, and tax authorities.
Support 401(k) administration and audits.
Monitor and facilitate responses to employee questions.
Provide analysis of payroll-related costs.
Support corporate and statutory audit requests as needed.