EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, Business Administration or a related field. Four (4) years of directly related experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• CPP Certification a plus
• Canada Tax Experience a plus

EXPERIENCE

• At least five (5) years processing North America and Puerto Rico payrolls
• Knowledge of North America payroll tax regulations a plus
• Understanding of regulatory and legislative guidelines
• Understanding of payroll, payroll tax, and payroll accounting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient with Excel and ERP systems
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and manipulation of large raw data sets for tax reconciliation and reporting purposes required
• Excellent documentation and communication skills required
• Self-motivated, creative problem solver with good time management skills, the ability to meet deadlines and strong attention to detail
• Able to clearly and confidently communicate with both internal and external contacts to successfully resolve requests and follow through with leadership
• Ability to grasp concepts quickly and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and with the team members required
• Able to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
• Self-directed mindset that anticipates operational needs and upcoming compliance shifts without being prompted.