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Accounting Manager, Personnel Costs at Follett Software
Remote - USAFull-timeRemoteAccounting & Corporate FinancePosted 24 days ago
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<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Company Overview: </strong></p>
<p>Everything we do is for educators. We’re partnering with them to advance a bold vision for education that boosts district performance and student success. At Follett Software, we empower educators across roles with technology that streamlines processes and manages information and resources to improve their schools, increase student success, and drive the future of education. We believe that by empowering educators to amplify their impact on students’ lives, we can change the world. Our goal and mission is to drive the future of education. We are inspired by educators to deliver transformative technology. Our innovative, connected solutions simplify challenges and offer a seamless and intuitive experience.</p></div><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This position </span><span data-contrast="none">plays a crucial role in overseeing the accounting and financial reporting of all global employee-related expenses, including payroll, benefits, employee reimbursements, and accrued paid time off/leave. This role ensures accurate recording, reconciliation, and reporting of these high-impact expense areas while strengthening internal controls and improving operational efficiency.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can both execute and elevate processes. The expectation is that this individual will proactively assess current workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement scalable process and system improvements to support a growing, performance-driven organization.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Global Payroll & Employee Cost Accounting</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="66" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Oversee accounting for global payroll, including wages, bonuses, commissions, payroll taxes, and related liabilities.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="66" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ensure accurate accounting for international payroll providers and multi-country payroll processes.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="66" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Manage accounting for global employee benefits programs, including health, retirement, and statutory benefits.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="66" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Oversee accounting for employee expense reimbursements and credit card activity across regions.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="66" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Manage and review accrued PTO calculations and related liabilities by jurisdiction.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="66" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Review and approve journal entries related to global employee-related costs.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="66" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Own and reconcile all balance sheet accounts associated with payroll, benefits, reimbursements, and PTO accruals.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="66" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Perform variance analysis and investigate fluctuations in global employee-related expenses.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Month-End Close & Reporting</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="63" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead month-end close activities for all employee-related cost areas.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="63" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="63" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for management reporting.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="63" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Partner with FP&A to ensure alignment between accounting results and workforce reporting.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="63" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Support audit requests and provide detailed documentation as needed.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Process Improvement & Systems Enhancement (Key Focus Area)</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="64" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Evaluate existing payroll and employee cost accounting processes for efficiency and risk.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="64" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Identify opportunities for automation, integration, and improved controls within ERP and payroll systems.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="64" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Standardize and document procedures to enhance consistency and scalability.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="64" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Partner with Payroll, HR, and IT to improve data flow between systems.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="64" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Implement improvements that shorten close timelines and reduce manual work.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="64" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Strengthen internal controls around employee-related expense accounting.<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="65" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as the primary accounting liaison to Payroll and HR.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="65" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Provide guidance on accounting implications of compensation changes, benefit updates, and policy changes.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="65" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Support special projects, including system upgrades and integrations.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">5+ years of progressive accounting experience including ownership of payroll, benefits, employee reimbursements, and PTO/leave accruals</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="TextRun SCXW171620877 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW171620877 BCX0">Experience with multi-entity and/or multi-country environments</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW171620877 BCX0">, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW171620877 BCX0">global payroll</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW171620877 BCX0">, benefits employee reimbursements, leave accruals </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW171620877 BCX0">strongly preferred</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW171620877 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="EOP SCXW171620877 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}">2+ years people management experience and a background in public accounting preferred</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong understanding of GAAP and accrual-based accounting, with demonstrated experience leading month-end close activities for significant expense areas</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="TextRun SCXW264611906 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW264611906 BCX0">Hands-on experience with ERP, T&E, and payroll systems (NetSuite, Ramp, and Rippling preferred) and comfort working across multiple systems and data sources</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW264611906 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="TextRun SCXW89286345 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW89286345 BCX0">Proven experience improving or implementing accounting processes and internal controls, including automation, integrations, and documentation of standard operating procedures</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW89286345 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{}">Advanced Excel skills</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="TextRun SCXW21076878 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW21076878 BCX0">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW21076878 BCX0">a high level</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW21076878 BCX0"> of attention to detail and accuracy</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW21076878 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="TextRun SCXW66897183 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW66897183 BCX0">Effective cross-functional collaborator with experience partnering closely with Payroll, HR, and FP&A</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW66897183 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="56" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="TextRun SCXW53822648 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW53822648 BCX0">Understanding of payroll processing would be considered an advantage</span></span></span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>At Follett Software, our people come first.</strong><br>We’re deeply committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and success of every Team Member. That commitment shows up in a thoughtfully designed, comprehensive benefits package that helps you thrive—at work and in life. Here’s what you can expect:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Fully remote work, </strong>giving you the flexibility to do your best work from anywhere in the continental U.S. (unless otherwise noted)</li>
<li><strong>Subsidized healthcare plans, </strong>including orthodontic coverage, with HSA option that includes employer matching</li>
<li><strong>Company-paid disability and life insurance</strong>, with the option to enhance coverage through voluntary plans</li>
<li><strong>Robust Paid Time Off, </strong>including Flex PTO for salaried roles, paid parental leave, company holidays, and paid volunteer service time</li>
<li><strong>Retirement savings with employer match, </strong>vesting every pay period</li>
<li><strong>Flexible Spending Accounts </strong>for healthcare and dependent care</li>
<li><strong>Optional supplemental coverages, </strong>such as accident, hospital, and critical illness insurance, identity theft and credit monitoring, and legal protection services</li>
<li><strong>Meaningful recognition and tangible rewards </strong>that celebrate achievements, fuel motivation, and recognize both individual and team success</li>
</ul>
<p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">EEO</span></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Follett Software </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">provides</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">If you are </span></span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">interested</span></span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> in applying for employment and need </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">assistance</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> or </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">an accommodation</span> <span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">in the application process due to a disability, please contact us by email</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Email: </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> </span></span><a href="mailto:request%E2%80%[email protected]%E2%80%AF"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">[email protected]</span></span></a></p>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">CCPA Notice for California Residents: <a href="https://follettsoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Notice-to-California-Applicants.pdf">https://follettsoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Notice-to-California-Applicants.pdf</a></span></p>
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