Pre Payroll

Pre Payroll

Job Requirements*

We are looking for a Pre-Payroll Senior Associate to support and execute

end-to-end payroll reconciliation, accruals, journal entries, account

reconciliations, and reporting activities for Global and U.S. payroll operations.

This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of payroll-related

accounting entries while partnering closely , Payroll, Finance, and Accounting

teams.

The role plays a critical part in monthly close, audit readiness, and payroll cost

integrity.

Key

Responsibilities*

Payroll Accrual & Journal Entries

Prepare and process payroll accrual journal entries, including:

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o Identifying accrual requirements

o Calculating payroll accrual amounts

o Determining appropriate GL accounts

Prepare templates and supporting schedules for review

Record, review, validate, and reverse entries when required

Allocation & Reclassification Journal Entries

Process allocation journal entries based on:

o Percentage splits

Identify allocation basis, calculate allocations, and determine accounts

Prepare approval documentation and post entries to the General Ledger

Support reclassification entries by reviewing original postings, identifying

corrections, and ensuring proper approvals

Monthly Payroll Posting & Reconciliation

Support the Monthly Payroll Posting Process, including:

o Payroll data extraction and validation

o Payroll amount calculations

o Journal preparation and posting

o Reconciliation of payroll postings

Generate and review payroll reports supporting month-end close

Account & Balance Sheet Reconciliations

Perform payroll account reconciliations, including:

o Identifying payroll-related accounts

o Gathering supporting documentation

o Comparing GL balances vs payroll records

o Investigating and resolving differences

Prepare and document Balance Sheet reconciliations (GL vs PL)

Post adjustments as required and support reviews and approvals

OneStream Reconciliations (High & Medium Risk)

Perform OneStream payroll reconciliations, including:

Identification of high-risk and medium-risk accounts

Detailed GL vs payroll comparisons

Transaction validation and issue investigation

Documentation and OneStream updates

Prepare adjustments, support independent review, and secure approvals

AIP Accrual & Reconciliation

Prepare Monthly AIP accruals, including calculation, posting, validation,

and reversal as needed

Perform AIP reconciliation from accrual to payment, including:

GL vs supporting document comparisons

Difference analysis and adjustment

Documentation, client approval, and final sign-off

Reporting & Audit Support

Support payroll-related reports, audits, and control activities:

Define scope and objectives

Gather data and perform audit procedures

Analyze findings and draft reports

Support follow-ups and corrective actions

Ensure documentation is audit-ready and compliant with internal controls

Benefits-Related Planning Coordination (Payroll Impact)

Support payroll cost planning impact for:

Work comp, pension, medical, dental, and other benefit costs

Assist with budgeting, compliance checks, contribution structures, and

implementation support