About the job
About Etched
At Etched, we are pioneering an innovative AI inference system specifically designed for transformers. Our technology achieves over 10 times the performance, with significantly reduced costs and latency compared to traditional systems like the B200. With our custom ASICs, we are enabling the development of groundbreaking products such as real-time video generation models and advanced reasoning agents that were previously thought impossible. Supported by substantial investments from leading investors and a team of top engineers, Etched is revolutionizing the infrastructure of one of the fastest-growing industries in the world.
Job Summary
We seek a dedicated General Ledger Accountant - Payroll who will take charge of key aspects of our financial close processes, ensuring meticulous accounting for payroll, benefits, and associated compensation expenses. This position is pivotal, bridging both People Operations and Accounting, with direct oversight of payroll accruals, reconciliations, compliance, and internal controls.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with the People Ops and Finance teams to guarantee that all compensation activities are accurately reflected in the general ledger, supported by robust documentation and controls. You will manage the payroll and benefits closing processes and assist in the design of systems and workflows that can scale as the company expands across various entities and jurisdictions. This is a hands-on position that requires meticulous attention to detail, an ability to thrive in a rapidly growing environment, and a solid understanding of how payroll and benefits activities affect financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Accounting Ownership
Lead and manage the payroll and benefits accounting close process, ensuring precise accruals, reconciliations, reporting, and strong internal controls over employee compensation and related expenses.
Reconcile payroll reports from third-party providers with the general ledger.
Prepare and post payroll journal entries, including accruals for bonuses, commissions, and PTO.
Ensure accurate reconciliation of benefits portal data with payroll deductions.
Review and reconcile carrier invoices to confirm the accuracy of employer and employee contributions.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies between HRIS, payroll providers, benefits portals, and ERP systems.
Prepare payroll-related account reconciliations and maintain comprehensive supporting documentation.
Payroll Internal Control
Maintain organized payroll records and ensure compliance with internal control policies.
