Senior Payroll Accountant (Full-time Remote)

Job Description

BAE Systems, Electronic Systems (ES) Sector is seeking a Senior Payroll Accountant to work in a full-time remote format. The accounting organization is a trusted business partner delivering information and innovative solutions for decision-making in order to deliver quality products and capabilities to our customers and, ultimately, the warfighter. We are committed to employee growth and development allowing employees to build a long-term career at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. BAE Systems also provides employees with opportunities to engage with and positively impact the internal and external community in which we work.

Payroll Accounting:

• Review and analyze weekly payroll reporting, ensuring accuracy and completeness

• Perform detailed analysis of payroll data to general ledger accounts

• Prepare and submit monthly payroll journal vouchers (JVs) to support the month end close process

• Lead recurring payroll reconciliation meetings with the Accounting & Shared Service teams, fostering collaboration and problem-solving

• Support half year and year end reporting requirements inclusive of requesting data from POCs, manual accruals, with the ability to work additional hours to be able to adhere to strict deadlines

Reconciliations & Compliance:

• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations for assigned accounts related to payroll, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly

• Proactively research and resolve aged subledger items and reconciling items, documenting findings and corrective actions

• Prepare and submit accurate and timely journal vouchers (JVs) to clear subledger and reconciling items

• Support multiple internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations as requested

• Submit timely and accurate Quarterly Control Owner Self Audit (COSA) in the Archer System in support of internal audit to self identify gaps in processes with the opportunity to strengthen financial controls

System Administration & Support:

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) and administrator for the Account Reconciliation DAS (Document Approval System) and Labor Transfer System. This includes maintaining user access, troubleshooting issues, and implementing updates

• Provide training and support to other team members on related systems

Process Improvement & Projects:

• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve payroll accounting processes

• Participate in and/or lead special projects as assigned, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the Accounting organization

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field

• 4+ years of relevant accounting experience

• This role will require strong communication, analytic and problem-solving skills

• The individual must be team oriented and able to work independently with limited supervision

• Demonstrate the ability to drive to a conclusion with adequate follow through and issue resolution

• Initiative to take on ad hoc requests and projects and identify areas for improvement.

• Proficiency in using Microsoft excel (advanced skills including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and data analysis)

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

• Ability to work an estimated of three hours one Sunday a quarter on a rotational basis to assist lead general ledger accountant in monthly subledger closing tasks

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic and fluid environment juggling multiple priorities at the same time

• Ability to learn new systems and activities quickly

• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP system

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $82779 - $140723

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.