Senior Accountant, Payroll

Manage full-cycle semi-monthly payroll processing across multiple subsidiaries for employees working in nearly all 50 states. This includes incorporating payroll data from multiple internal departments and external benefit providers, while maintaining supporting documentation for all changes. Support month-end close process by ensuring accurate and timely recording of payroll transactions in the general ledger, preparing reports, and managing reconciliations. Ensure payroll compliance related to multi-state/multi-jurisdiction tax withholding, garnishments, and key annual audits (e.g., 401 (k), workers compensations, external financial audit). Design and implement scalable processes to enhance payroll operational efficiency while maintaining accuracy, including the design and implementation of internal control measures and periodic review of compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.