Payroll Accounting Manager

We believe in a world where growth thrives across borders and cultures. Our mission is to guide companies on their journey by providing services and technology that enables global talent management and delivers a human experience.

As an Employer-of-Record (EOR) provider, we offer the HR and compliance infrastructure essential for companies to expand internationally. We take care of the complex, behind-the-scenes work, allowing companies to focus on the strategies that drive their success. We are For People, By People.

The future of work is borderless, and so are we. Our people are located around the globe — in the U.S., the UK, India, Colombia, China, and beyond. Diversity and belonging are not just values, they are who we are.

We are also committed to making a positive impact. Through our Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) impact initiative, we are addressing our environmental footprint and promoting social responsibility. Our impact program is central to our vision and culture, focusing on employee wellness, diversity, charitable work, and ethical corporate governance.

If you are interested in working in a people-centric, global organization, apply below.

About the Role

Looking for a detail-oriented and strategic Payroll Accounting Manager to lead the financial operations related to payroll services. This role combines traditional finance management responsibilities with specialized oversight of payroll accounting and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, analytical, and process improvement skills to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance in all payroll-related financial matters.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Performing Payroll reconciliation between the Payroll files and the invoicing for all countries- Gross Wage Reconciliation
• Push the billings, payroll postings and investigate differences working directly with the Payroll team.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll accounting processes including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and cost allocations.
• Ensuring payroll data is accurately reflected in the accounting system and fully reconciled with the billing system.
• Work with Billing team to ensure any unresolved issues on credit memos, invoices and accruals
• Analyze and report on payroll variances, financial performance, and cost optimization opportunities.
• Partner with leadership to support strategic decision-making through financial insights and scenario modeling.
• Supervise payroll accounting activities to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll for multiple clients.
• Collaborate with operations teams to reconcile payroll disbursements, benefits, deductions, and withholdings.
• Establish and monitor internal controls around payroll processes to mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and local regulatory frameworks.
• Coordinate and assist Global accounting team on external payroll audits; prepare necessary documentation and respond to auditor queries.
• Stay current with changes in payroll legislation, tax requirements, and accounting regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement of payroll accounting systems, processes, and controls.
• Partner with IT and operations to optimize automation, reporting tools, and integrations between payroll and finance systems.
• Recommend and implement best practices to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Collaborate with the team of accountants and finance analysts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, legal, operations, and tax teams to ensure alignment and compliance.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and service excellence.

Qualifications & Skills

This position description may not describe all duties, responsibilities, and skills associated with this position. It is intended to portray the major aspects of the job. Other duties or skills may be required.

What We Offer

Atlas Technology Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind : Atlas is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Atlas are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Atlas will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Atlas encourages applicants of all ages.

Atlas will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.

Hiring decisions are based upon Atlas's operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, and location.

This role will be subject to a background check under local law after an employment offer has been made. Employment may be subject to results. In addition, references may be requested at the final stage of the process.

Atlas will only email candidates from an '@atlashxm.com' email address. Candidates should ignore communication that pretends to be from Atlas from any other email address. Atlas will never ask candidates or employees to purchase gift cards or otherwise make payments in connection with applying for a job with Atlas.

Skills Required

Analytical Skills, Leadership Skills, Financial Management