Payroll Accountant

Cary, NC

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As a core member of the Global Business services team, you will provide accounting analysis and maintenance of accounting information, reconciliation of discrepancies and consolidation of accounting data and reports. Investigate, analyze and prepare complex financial and business information, in support of various functional groups. Analyze a variety of financial documents, perform technical studies, Propose and introduce improvements to enhance customer satisfaction and the group's effectiveness.

Your responsibilities

Plan and conduct investigations, audits and analyses of a variety of financial information used in Payroll
Operations and prepare reports and recommendations.
Review data and consult with customers and operating personnel to obtain financial
information. Select or devise techniques to ensure optimal analysis of financial elements.
Conduct or coordinate special studies and investigations, and recommend measures to achieve resolution of
complex and controversial Payroll financial problems. Continually review operations to reduce impact of potential
problems and to take advantage of opportunities to achieve cost savings and improve customer satisfaction.
Design, establish, modify, verify and implement cost-effective and responsive programs to meet financial requirements, including a system of checks and balances to safeguard the Company's assets.

Your background

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field plus 5 to 8 years of experience
Payroll Account Reconciliations and Payroll Account Analysis
Third Party Vendor relationship
SAP/Workday Payroll experience preferred
Requires thorough knowledge of financial policies and procedures, ability to effectively interpret financial operating statistics, conduct independent investigations and resolve complex financial problems
Requires strong communication skills to interface effectively with other groups, influence decisions and achieve agreement on complex financial matters.

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