We are seeking a Payroll Accountant to support payroll accounting and financial control activities for Arch entities serviced through the Payroll Shared Services model. This role is responsible for performing payroll balance sheet reconciliations, supporting close activities, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, solid accounting fundamentals, and hands-on experience working within an ERP environment, preferably Workday.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform monthly payroll balance sheet account reconciliations for Arch entities supported by Payroll Shared Services in accordance with established timelines
- Prepare payroll account analysis, including prior quarter (PQ) and prior year quarter (PYQ) variance analysis, and provide clear explanations for material movements
- Investigate and resolve payroll-related variances and reconciling items, coordinating with Payroll Delivery, HR, and Finance teams as required
- Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in compliance with GAAP and company policies
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of assigned tasks
- Maintain reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation to meet audit and SOX compliance requirements
- Execute assigned SOX controls, including reconciliation preparation, review steps, and timely retention of supporting evidence
- Ensure correct general ledger mapping and classification of payroll-related transactions within Workday Financials
- Support internal and external audits by providing requested schedules, reconciliations, and explanations
- Work closely with Payroll Delivery to understand payroll processes, cutoffs, and timing differences impacting accounting results
- Identify opportunities to improve reconciliation processes, documentation consistency, and close efficiency within the shared services environment
- Assist with payroll accounting system changes, including testing and documentation, as needed