Senior Payroll Accountant at Eqvilent (Remote)

We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Accountant to take ownership of payroll accounting and payroll-related operations across multiple jurisdictions. As part of the Accounting team, you will be responsible for payroll calculations for selected entities, payroll-related reconciliations, coordination of external payroll providers and service partners, and ensuring the accuracy of personnel-related expenses. You will work closely with HR, Legal, Treasury, Tax, and external providers to support a growing international workforce. This role is ideal for someone with a strong accounting background who understands payroll processes, enjoys improving operational efficiency, and is comfortable working in a dynamic international environment where processes continue to evolve. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING * Calculate payroll and personnel-related expenses for assigned entities * Coordinate payroll-related activities across multiple jurisdictions and legal entities * Partner closely with HR, Legal, Treasury and Tax teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing * Perform payroll-related account reconciliations and support month-end closing activities * Manage communication with external payroll providers, accounting firms, EORs, and other service providers * Review and oversee payroll calculations prepared by outsourced payroll teams and external providers * Ensure payroll data is complete, accurate, and delivered within established deadlines * Work with payroll software and related systems to support payroll operations and reporting * Create, document, and improve payroll processes, controls, and workflows * Identify inefficiencies and implement process enhancements to improve operational effectiveness and scalability * Support payroll-related audits by providing required payroll documentation, reconciliations, and supporting schedules * Resolve payroll-related issues and manage ad hoc operational requests in a timely manner WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN YOU * 6+ years of accounting experience, including significant exposure to payroll accounting and personnel-related expenses * Strong understanding of payroll accounting, reconciliations, accruals, controls, and month-end close processes * Experience working with external payroll providers, outsourced teams, EORs and other service providers * General understanding of payroll-related tax and compliance requirements * Experience supporting payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions. Familiarity with payroll requirements in the UAE and UK is an advantage; willingness to learn and navigate country-specific requirements is essential * Proven ability to establish, streamline, and improve processes in a fast-growing or evolving environment * Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities * Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines * Experience working with payroll software, EOR platforms and ERP systems (e.g. Oracle NetSuite) * Team player with a proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset * Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail * Fluent English, both written and spoken WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN OUR TEAM? * Great challenges with various opportunities to prove your talents * A welcoming international team of highly qualified professionals * Remote work from anywhere in the world * Great corporate culture with internal events * Supportive and empowering environment * Flexible schedule * 40 paid days off * Competitive salary

Senior Payroll Accountant

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