Senior Payroll Accountant, Corporate Accounting

1 month ago


Milpitas, California, United States Western Digital Full time
Job Description

At Western Digital, we're committed to powering global innovation and pushing the boundaries of technology. As a Senior Payroll Accountant, you'll play a critical role in managing the Company's US payroll accounts, including payroll-related benefits, payroll taxes, and the month-end close & reconciliation process.

This full-time position is hybrid based at Western Digital's offices in Milpitas, California. We're seeking a highly experienced and self-driven accounting professional with a background in payroll. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively execute in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving business environment and possess excellent attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform all US payroll and payroll tax journal entries, including accounting for areas such as 401(k), deferred compensation, medical benefits, bonuses, and ESPP
  • Prepare payroll & related account reconciliations on a monthly basis and ensure outstanding reconciling items are cleared on a timely basis
  • Partner with other functions, such as human resources, stock plan administration, benefits, and provide guidance regarding payroll accounting matters
  • Support new business or benefit plan initiatives and implement relevant new processes
  • Support accounting team in month-end / quarter-end close process
  • Prepare month-end payroll close presentation and related reporting activities
  • Prepare and establish formal monthly and quarterly fluctuation analysis for compensation accounts
  • Develop, enhance or maintain an effective internal control environment in various aspects of payroll accounting
  • General understanding of terms related to payroll including garnishments, benefits, leave of absence, 401k, FSA and taxes
  • Be proactive in providing recommendations regarding process improvements, improved productivity, service quality, increased internal controls and cost saving measures; and implement such approved measures
  • Perform other related duties or ad hoc projects
  • Work with external auditors during quarterly, interim and annual audits.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 5+ years of payroll and general ledger accounting experience, preferably in a global publicly-traded company
  • Proficiency in federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and regulations
  • Working knowledge of US GAAP and proficiency with Sarbanes-Oxley internal control compliance
  • Experience working with global financial systems, preferably Oracle and SAP
  • Thorough understanding of payroll systems, preferably Ceridian and ADP
  • Extensive knowledge and use of Microsoft Excel and PowerBI
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and a good team player to solve problems and work with colleagues globally
  • Must have the ability to execute multiple tasks, while remaining detail oriented with high commitment to quality, and able to adhere to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships across the organization
  • Passion in managing implementation of technology and executing process improvements


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