Senior Corporate Accountant - Payroll & General Ledger (GL)
KPMG • Remote • Full Time
Posted on Mon, Sep 7, 2026
- Mountain View, CA
- San Francisco, CA
- Prepare and post timely and accurate payroll-related journal entries.
- Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of payroll-related GL accounts.
- Prepare flux analysis and provide explanations for key variances.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll accounts.
- Support internal and external audits by compiling necessary documentation.
- Collaborate with Payroll, HR, and accounting teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of payroll accounting.
- Identify process gaps and propose improvements for payroll accounting efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP.
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA certification (preferred).
- 4+ years of combined experience in corporate accounting and public accounting.
- Prior experience in a high-growth or fast-paced company (Must-have).
- Strong understanding of GAAP and payroll accounting practices.
- Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.) and experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite).
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills (written & verbal).
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt to a dynamic environment.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on process improvement.
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