Payroll Accountant

3 Months ago • 8 Years + • Account Management • $50,000 PA - $240,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Netflix seeks an experienced Payroll Accountant to manage US and Canada payroll taxes and accounting processes. Responsibilities include ensuring accuracy and timeliness of tax filings, investigating discrepancies in the general ledger, improving payroll processes, collaborating with global teams, and maintaining compliance with GAAP. The role involves analyzing data, conducting variance analysis, facilitating audits, and simplifying accounting procedures. The ideal candidate possesses strong payroll accounting principles knowledge, is analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with experience in process optimization and a commitment to high-quality work. This hybrid position (3 days onsite) is based in Los Gatos, California.
Must have:
  • Payroll tax expertise (US/Canada)
  • GAAP compliance knowledge
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Process improvement experience
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills
Good to have:
  • CPP Certification
  • Experience with ADP
Perks:
  • Comprehensive health plans
  • Mental health support
  • 401k with employer match
  • Stock options
  • Disability programs
  • Flexible time off
  • Paid time off

Job Details

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our UCAN team. This role is crucial for managing payroll taxes and accounting processes in the United States and Canada.

As a  Payroll Accountant, you will oversee and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of payroll tax filings and accounting, in compliance with GAAP. You will identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in the payroll general ledger, proactively addressing potential issues. Additionally, you will design and implement improvements to payroll processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Collecting and analyzing relevant data to inform decision-making and drive process optimization will be key to your role. Collaborating effectively with team members across different regions and time zones is essential to ensure seamless payroll operations. Staying current with industry trends and regulatory changes to maintain compliance and best practices is also a critical aspect of the position.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of payroll accounting principles and practices, with strong familiarity with GAAP. You are an analytical thinker with a passion for process improvement and problem-solving. Being detail-oriented with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work is vital. An innovative mindset, eager to develop new processes or optimize existing ones, is highly valued. You have a proven ability to gather insights through data and feedback to enhance team performance and support. Flexibility and adaptability, along with excellent collaboration skills to work in a global team environment, are necessary.

Based in Los Gatos, you will be a vital part of our high-performing and fast-paced finance/global payroll team. You will work closely with colleagues across various regions and time zones, ensuring top-quality service delivery to our stakeholders. Join us in delivering exceptional payroll services and contributing to the success of our global operations.

Responsibilities

  • Submit the ADP quarterly and period tax files.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, mobility, and Peopletech, to provide payroll and accounting guidance.

  • Analyze profit and loss statements and balance sheets focusing on accruals and variance analysis.

  • Prepare accrual and liability account reconciliations.

  • Partner with the global teams to ensure appropriate cross-charging. 

  • Ensure the accurate execution of payroll accounting processes and address related queries.

  • Conduct month-over-month and quarter-over-quarter variance analysis.

  • Facilitate audits by providing necessary records and documentation to auditors.

  • Identify potential issues proactively and take corrective measures.

  • Reconcile and post ad-hoc bank transactions.

  • Simplify and improve payroll and accounting processes.

  • Manage month-end closing tasks, including posting journal entries.

  • Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.

  • Reconcile the payroll tax registers to the tax vendor records and payments.

  • Monitor the completion of the payroll settlement to the bank confirmation.

  • Contribute to developing a world-class global payroll process and act as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

  • Work in a hybrid setting (3 days onsite per week) with a collaborative team atmosphere.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or 8+ years of Payroll Accounting experience.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Advanced knowledge of Excel and Google products.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with employees at all levels, including upper management.

  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Certification is preferred.

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top-of-market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $50,000 - $240,000.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs.  Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits .

Netflix has a unique culture and environment.  Learn more .

is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

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