Senior Accountant Payroll, Financial

Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Senior Accountant is responsible for developing and providing accurate information for financial reporting. This position plays a key role in the month-end close process and is responsible for financial analysis, reporting, reconciliations, and journal entries. The senior accountant will also manage global payroll operations and processes, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for our global workforce along with ensuring compliance. In addition, this position will support the accounting close process with timely documentation and streamlined processes. This individual will work under general supervision on various accounting projects and assist with quarterly and annual financial auditor requests and reporting. The Senior Accountant is knowledgeable regarding US GAAP and preparation of documents in a SOX compliant environment.
Payroll:

Processes all payrolls including semi-monthly, bi-weekly, and equity reporting
Oversee the EOR vendor relationship, including conducting monthly invoice reviews to ensure billing accuracy and timely EOR payments
Researches and resolves payroll discrepancies
Monitors and ensures compliance with payroll-related taxes and withholdings
Manages timely reporting of equity transactions for each payroll cycle
Develops and implements payroll policies and procedures
Analyzes payroll data and provides accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports for circulation to management
Ensures timely filing of all payroll-related taxes and researches open issues and/or variances
Captures payroll related accruals
Oversees payroll audits and performs necessary corrections
Participates in month end close processes by preparing payroll and benefit reconciliations and related journal entries to ensure all information is captured accurately
Ensures accurate and timely processing of payrolls, in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations
Reconciles payroll accounts and address discrepancies promptly
Financial Accounting:

Manage Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP): Oversee the financial statement and tax reporting of employee participation and transactions
Perform Deferred Revenue Reconciliations: Ensure accurate monthly reconciliations of deferred revenue accounts in compliance with accounting standards
Conduct Investment Reconciliation: Review and reconcile investment accounts, including statement reconciliations and journal entries, on a monthly basi
Calculate and Reconcile ROU Leases: Handle Right-of-Use (ROU) lease calculations, monthly journal entries and reconciliations in accordance with ASC 842
Execute Flux Analysis: Analyze balance sheet and profit and loss statements to identify variances and provide insights into variance changes
Prepare and File Sales and Use Tax Returns: Ensure compliance with various state regulations and reporting requirements through accurate preparation and timely filings
SOX Compliance:

Implement and maintain internal controls in accordance with SOX requirements.
Participate in audits and provide necessary documentation
Maintains internal controls for key processes to ensure compliance with SOX 404 regulations and procedures
Accounting Operations:

Assist in external reporting and audit preparations
Reviews and reconciles various balance sheet accounts, investigates variances, and prepares journal entries and supporting documentation
Prepares detailed analytics to support account balances on the balance sheet and income statement
Participates in developing policies and processes that will streamline accounting and financial reporting and ensure that processes and procedures are appropriately documented and executed in a SOX environment
Actively participates in implementation of accounting process automation including implementation of NetSuite modules and other software tools
Complies with all applicable policies regarding health, safety, and the environment
Other tasks as necessary
Requirements

BS in Accounting or equivalent field/degree
5+ years of progressive accounting experience including overseeing payroll processing
Experience in a public and/or biotech company is a plus
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Proficient using various relevant software applications, including MS Office with advanced skills in Excel and accounting software [i.e., NetSuite]
Solid track record working with general ledger accounts, reconciliations, variance reporting and analysis
Ability to work independently and proactively under general guidance
Proactively identifies and communicates issues and appropriate solutions
Strong communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal); ability to interact with all levels of employees and external vendors successfully and constructively
Able to appropriately manage confidential or sensitive information and utilize strong business judgment

The compensation package for this role includes a base salary range is $104,000 - $128,000(depending on experience), annual bonus, and equity. MaxCyte also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and generous time off.
MaxCyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
Salary Description
$104,000-$128,000 depending on experience