Job Information
TESLA, INC Sr. Payroll Tax Accountant in DRAPER, Utah
What to Expect
Join Tesla's Payroll Tax accounting team to apply U.S.GAAP principles to Payroll operations, with statutory-basis accounting as needed. You'll ensure accurate, on-time payroll accounting, analysis, close processes, and financial reporting in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Collaborate cross-functionally with business stakeholders including Payroll, HR, Corporate Accounting, and Finance Teams to provide clear financial analysis.
What You'll Do
Perform complex accounting such as multi-entity payroll, equity transactions, adjustments, regular data audits, and working with large data sets
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll close activities through effective planning and issue resolution
Journal entry processing and account reconciliation for US and international payroll
Reconcile daily, weekly, and quarterly payroll reports to assure accurate payment and timely filing
Internal financial reporting and analysis including payroll cash forecasting
Assist in preparation of annual tax documents and reports while maintaining current knowledge of payroll and taxation requirements for US and international markets
Design, document, and execute internal controls ensuring compliance of payroll Sox controls
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience
3+ years of public accounting or industry experience (Global Payroll and Tax preferred)
Advanced Excel and MS Office
Cognos BI literacy for data validation and ad-hoc analysis
Ability to automate manual, repetitive tasks while accurately handle highly sensitive, large, and complex data sets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong judgment, detail-oriented, adaptable, analytical, and problem-solving mindset
Ability to manage and deliver multiple priorities in a fast-paced culture
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
* Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
* Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
* Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
* Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
* Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
* 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
* Company paid Basic Life, ADandD
* Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
* Employee Assistance Program
* Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
* Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
* Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft and legal services, and pet insurance
* Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
* Tesla Babies program
* Commuter benefits
* Employee discounts and perks program
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.