Vanta
SaaS
SeniorAccountant
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“Senior Accountant at Vanta. Skills: Payroll accounting, Benefits accounting, Reconciliations, Flux analysis, US GAAP. Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for payroll and benefits-related accounts. Review payroll reports against the GL and investigate discrepancies or unusual fluctuations”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting; Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities; Strengthen internal controls over payroll and benefits-related processes
Industry & Context.
Ability to research and resolve discrepancies independently; Critical thinking skills with a track record of identifying discrepancies and implementing process improvements
Must be authorized to work in the U. S. without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years of experience in compensation accounting or a similar role, Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Understanding of US GAAP, Understanding of financial reporting, Understanding of internal controls, Highly proficient in Excel, Critical thinking skills, Ability to work independently, Ability to manage multiple priorities, Ability to meet tight month-end deadlines, Excellent communication skills, Authorized to work in the U. S. without the need for current or future employer sponsorship
Nice to Have
CPA a plus, SaaS industry experience, Experience in high-growth environments, Experience with AI-enabled tools is a plus, Hands-on experience with ERP NetSuite, Hands-on experience with payroll platforms such as ADP, Experience managing complex benefit reconciliations, including 401K and HSA accounts via platforms like Fidelity and Navia, Demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact
What You'll Do.
Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for payroll and benefits-related accounts
Review payroll reports against the GL and investigate discrepancies or unusual fluctuations
Prepare and review benefits reconciliations
identifying and resolving variances
Assist with the monthly
and annual close processes related to payroll and benefits
Perform detailed flux and variance analysis on payroll and compensation-related expenses
Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within payroll accounting
Maintain and strengthen internal controls over payroll and benefits-related processes
Support the broader accounting team by taking on responsibilities such as prepaids and fixed assets as needed
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner closely with Payroll and HR to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of payroll data; Partner cross-functionally with HR, Payroll, and FP&A to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting; Excellent communication skills to partner cross-functionally with HR, Benefits, and Payroll teams
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills to partner cross-functionally with HR, Benefits, and Payroll teams
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple priorities, Meet tight month-end deadlines
Full Job Description
At Vanta, our mission is to help businesses earn and prove trust. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta has a kind and talented team, and while some have prior security experience, many have been successful at Vanta without it. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing Accounting team. This role is highly focused on payroll accounting, including related accruals, benefits allocation, reconciliations, and fluctuation (flux) analysis. This role requires strong analytical skills with a keen sense of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to research and resolve discrepancies independently. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys partnering cross-functionally with HR, Payroll, and FP&A to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. SaaS industry experience is a plus, particularly in high-growth environments. What you’ll do as a Senior Accountant at Vanta: - Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for payroll and benefits-related accounts - Partner closely with Payroll and HR to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of payroll data - Review payroll reports against the GL and investigate discrepancies or unusual fluctuations using data-driven and AI-assisted approaches - Prepare and review benefits reconciliations, identifying and resolving variances across across multiple systems - Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes related to payroll and benefits - Perform detailed flux and variance analysis on payroll and compensation-related expenses, leveraging AI tools and advanced analytics to identify trends, anomalies, and insights - Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within payroll accounting, including the use of AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance accuracy - Maintain and strengt
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