Own payroll accounting operations across multiple markets, including processing, reconciliations, compliance, reporting, and month-end and quarter-end close activities. Develop accounting policies, internal controls, and scalable process improvements; support automation and financial systems implementations; collaborate with auditors and cross-functional teams; and assist with employee equity grant processing. The role requires strong payroll accounting expertise, technical accounting knowledge, analytical ability, and experience in high-growth or public-company environments.
We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Accounting Manager to join our team and take ownership of payroll accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting across multiple markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary preparer in month-end and quarter-end close calendar, checklist, and reconciliations, and lead the accounting team in monthly and quarterly close flux presentations with management.
- Take full ownership of payroll accounting functions, including processing, reconciliation, compliance, and reporting.
- Design and implement robust accounting procedures, internal controls, and compliance mechanisms that align with accounting policies and regulations.
- Drive the development and deployment of accounting process improvements, with a focus on automation, efficiency, and scaling for company growth.
- Develop and maintain technical accounting expertise in areas including payroll accounting compliance, processes, and controls.
- Draft comprehensive accounting policies by leveraging US GAAP technical accounting guidance and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Proactively identify inefficiencies in existing accounting processes and design innovative solutions to address them.
- Partner with external auditors to facilitate smooth audit processes and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Assist with processing the Company's employee equity grants.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Have 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in startup or high-growth environments, including 3+ years of experience in a public company.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with CPA certification (or equivalent) preferred.
- Have demonstrated experience with payroll accounting and related compliance requirements
- Possess a proven track record of successfully leading process improvement initiatives and system implementations.
- Are proficient in NetSuite or similar accounting software, with experience in financial systems integration.
- Exhibit exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple workstreams effectively.
- Have keen attention to detail and unwavering commitment to accuracy.
- Are a self-starter who is able to work independently, identify issues, and implement solutions without significant oversight.
- Possess strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex financial information into actionable insights.
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Strong Candidates May Have:
- Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment, particularly in the technology sector.
- Successfully led accounting system implementations or major upgrades.
- Expertise in developing and documenting streamlined processes that scale with company growth.
- Experience with creating automation solutions for accounting workflows.
- Experience thriving in ambiguity and excelling at developing structure in unstructured environments.
- Proven track record of identifying inefficient processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- A proactive approach to anticipating and solving problems before they escalate.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution.
Why join us
- Help us challenge injustice by creating fair choices for millions of people across 47 countries.
- Develop your professional skills with access to mentoring, career consulting, and learning programs.
- Collaborate with teams around the world and gain international experience through our Global Talent Exchange Program.
- Engage in company-wide challenges, awards, sports activities, employee-led social impact and volunteering projects.
- Work alongside people who take initiative, speak openly, and challenge themselves to grow.
- Improve your language skills through co-financed courses and internal speaking clubs.
Final benefits may vary depending on the location.
About
inDrive is a global tech company on a mission to challenge injustice through fair choices. We started in 2012 in the coldest city on Earth, when a group of friends created a way for people to agree on fair ride prices. That idea grew into one of the world’s top ride-hailing apps, now with 400M installs across 47 countries.Today, we offer more than rides: from freight and delivery to intercity travel and financial services, all designed to put people first. We are committed to having a positive impact on people’s lives both through our core business, which supports local communities via a fair pricing model; and through the work of our impact programs. Ready to ignite your inner drive?
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