Job Description

Team



The Compensation Controllers team is responsible for the timely and accurate reporting, accounting, and forecasting of the Firm's Compensation Expenses. The team currently consists of 4 people in Los Angeles, and 2 in New York.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for a Global Payroll Accountant to join our team to manage various payroll accounting functions including:


Posting of journals to the ledger as required to complete month end payroll close. Substantiation and reconciliation of payroll related balance sheet accounts. Oversee pay code creation and general ledger mappings. Key point person in consulting with global payroll teams to research discrepancies, implement controls and data flow optimization and improve payroll data integrity. Assisting in the preparation of various European regulatory reports related to payroll and compensation. Interface with internal and external auditors. Assist the team with ad-hoc payroll queries from stakeholders, providing timely and accurate responses (Front Office/HR/Payroll). Review and development of existing processes to improve efficiency, identifying areas for improvement and implementing automated solutions.

Person Specification

The following skills and experience are required for this role:


Preferred Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) - 5 years post qualified. Experience in Financial Services an advantage. Detail orientated and accurate approach, with a commitment to maintaining high standards. Proficiency in Excel is essential. Experience of PeopleSoft an advantage but not essential. Good knowledge of UK GAAP and US GAAP an advantage. Strong communication skills, with ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely. Experience of working in time pressured environment, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Team-work minded attitude, with willingness to collaborate and support colleagues.

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