Payroll & Accounting Coordinator

Strategic Payroll Manager for a Global Humanitarian Organization This Jobot Job is hosted by: Operating across multiple countries, our dedicated staff partner with communities to tackle the root causes of hunger, including climate change, conflict, inequity, and emergencies. Oversee and enhance complex international payroll processes in a role that spans multiple countries, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with diverse teams, including HR and finance, to effectively support our global workforce. Be a part of an organization that values innovation, integrity, and the professional growth of its staff. Play a pivotal role in maintaining international payroll standards and compliance in a mission-driven environment. Implement, maintain, and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions. ~Responsible for oversight of all payroll tax activities, including compliance with local, state, federal, and international regulations, including communications related to tax set-up, answers questions, and addresses tax-related issues from employees, including questions regarding tax forms ~Monitors state and local tax requirements to ensure company and employee-level compliance ~Conducts quarterly review of employee data and corrects any issues, including all communication and development of procedures ~Conducts quarterly review of company-level tax setups and registrations and corrects all issues ~Managing audit support successfully through strong partnerships with the internal audit team and external auditors to ensure control standards are upheld. This includes coordination of internal and/or external audits and advising remediation efforts for exceptions identified. ~Develops tools, guidelines, and training materials consistent with corporate policies and best practices ~Managing audit support successfully through strong partnerships with business HR and Payroll, internal audit team, and external auditors to ensure control standards are upheld. This includes coordination of internal and/or external audits and advising remediation efforts for exceptions identified. ~Registers with state and local agencies for tax withholdings. Determines methodology for withholding state unemployment and other mandated deductions and ensures compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, including mandatory postings, communications, policies, etc. ~Reviews wage and tax registers, reviews Quarterly tax verification letters, State Unemployment Insurance rates (check status and accounts), and statements of 940 and 941 ~Responsible for unemployment and worker compensation insurance regulatory policies and procedures, documentation, implementation, and communications. ~Act as POC for miscellaneous requests that have compliance requirements, such as Census surveys, unemployment claims, etc. ~Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in the efficiency of Payroll services performed ~Perform other duties and responsibilities as required by the immediate supervisor or executives Undergraduate degree required; Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Professional certification in payroll (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional) is a plus. ~Proven work experience as a Payroll and Compliance Manager, preferably in an international NGO or a similar global organization. ~Strong knowledge of international payroll practices, including tax regulations, social security, and labor laws across multiple countries. ~Familiarity with payroll software and systems (e.g., ADP, SAP, Workday) and proficiency in using spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel). Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations. ~Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and maintain high levels of integrity and professionalism. ~Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve payroll-related issues. ~Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex payroll information to employees and stakeholders. ~