Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America · 3 months ago
Senior Payroll Accountant
Newark, New Jersey
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $92K/yr
5+ years expPanasonic Energy Corporation of North America is committed to improving people's lives and making the world a better place through innovation. They are seeking a Senior Payroll Accountant to conduct complex accounting assignments, manage payroll-related financial data, ensure compliance with internal controls, and perform financial analysis.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conducts complex assignments involving accounting projects. Requires a broad knowledge of accounting practices and procedures, and a knowledge of payroll. Provides training and guidance to less experienced staff
Prepare journal entries to record payroll activity Record month-end inter-company /divisional transactions relating to payroll activity Review and approve coding of payments/invoices to third party vendors (ADP print/garnishment/tax services, transit program, union dues, Health Savings Account)
Prepare accruals and other adjusting entries Identify and direct accounting treatment of payroll/tax/benefit transactions
Maintain the mapping tables of the general ledger chart of accounts (payroll and payroll tax related) in Workday
Reconcile sub-ledger to general ledger account balances Maintain accurate account and data reconciliation, including supporting sub-ledgers, journals, and other financial documentation within a cost efficient operation
Ensure full compliance with Parent Company and PNA policies, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Ensures protection of company assets in all areas through front line knowledge and experience
Conduct initial internal control evaluations
Within the limits of delegated responsibility, approve certain transactions
Investigate, resolve, and report to the accounting manager any inconsistencies or improprieties
Review and interpret payroll accounting policies and procedures
Manage general ledger recording process (daily/weekly/quarterly/annual)
Assist with state and federal payroll, payroll tax and escheat audits
Identify, research, and resolve payroll deduction/benefit/tax g/l account discrepancies
Verify inter-company payroll assessments
Define and post reclass entries as needed
Review general ledger accounts and correct journal entries
Perform monthly balance sheet (payroll tax/deduction/benefit) variance analyses
Perform accounting analyses, such as, but not limited to: Balance sheet accounts, payroll tax, accruals, and department expense analyses
Prepare wage analyses and other ad-hoc requests
Qualification
Required
BA/BS degree in Accounting and/or Finance
5-7 years of payroll accounting/payroll tax experience
Knowledge of SAP & strong competencies in Excel essential
Workday knowledge a plus
Experience with Month end process, Accruals, and multi-state payroll
Knowledgeable, organized, and detail oriented individual
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits
Pet Insurance
Paid Parental Care Leave
Employee Referral Program
Educational Assistance
Flexible Work Program
Volunteer time Off
Casual Dress Code
Total Well Being Program
Company
Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America
Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is a large-scale, advanced battery manufacturer, operating in Sparks, Nevada and De Soto, Kansas, known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Justin Herman
VP & Chief Information Officer
Brooke Langhans
HPC Partner
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