Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantLocation: US San Francisco, CA, US, 94103 Remote: YesTaulia's Commitment: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion It is our duty to create and advance a diverse and inclusive company where all Taulians feel they are celebrated. All individuals are welcomed, free to express themselves and rewarded for showing up as authentically every day. By hiring women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, people of all sexual orientations and from underrepresented and marginalized communities, Taulia will revolutionize fintech.About the JobWe are looking for a well-rounded Senior Accountant who is eager to play a critical role in scaling Taulia's Finance department while mastering US, Canada, Australia, and Saudi Arabia payroll operations. As a Senior Accountant, you will own core corporate accounting responsibilities while taking ownership of the payroll function. If you are an analytically minded accounting professional who is excited to expand your skill set into multi-state payroll, labor compliance, state tax nexus and international payroll, this is a highly visible role with growth potential. You will work closely with the Accounting team and cross-functional partners (HR, Legal) to build robust, scalable payroll and accounting workflows.ResponsibilitiesEnd-to-End Payroll Processing for US and Other locations (Ownership & Learning Focus)Manage routine US, Canada, Australia, and Saudi Arabia payroll processing for a predominantly salaried workforce with high precision and confidentialityFor US payroll, act as the lead for multi-state relocation compliance—ensuring timely state unemployment (SUTA) registrations, local tax withholdings, and updated state-specific payroll rules as employees move.For US payroll, coordinate statutory paid family and medical leave (PFML) calculations, short-term disability top-ups, and fractional-day pay adjustments without compromising FLSA exempt status.For non-US payroll, understand and execute the relevant local social charges and taxationPartner with HR and external payroll/legal compliance advisors to track local changes and update policies accordingly.Serve as a supportive, responsive point of contact for employee payroll, deduction, and tax-withholding inquiries.Core Accounting & Financial ReportingPrepare multi-currency journal entries, including all payroll and compensation related journal entries, income statement fluxes, and balance sheet variance analyses.Work closely with the Accounting team to drive accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes.Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations, including identifying any errors and making necessary corrections. Escalate any roadblocks of reconciling items, if any.Support annual external and internal audit processes by preparing audit schedules and supporting documentation.Develop optimal procedures and best practices. Identify process and control improvement opportunities and opportunities to use AI to gain efficiencyStay up-to-date on changes in US GAAP & IFRS to maintain proper accounting treatment.Own the General Ledger (GL) mapping for payroll, ensuring accurate departmental cost allocation, intercompany cross-charges, and tax liability tracking.Maintain thorough, up-to-date process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all accounting and payroll tasks.Cross train with other team members to ensure coverage of all accounting areas.Support ad hoc financial information requests and analyses and other special projects as assigned.Skills, Knowledge and Experience requiredExperience: 5+ years of general accounting experience, ideally in SaaS or Fintech. A mix of Big 4 public accounting and industry experience is preferred.Payroll Interest & Aptitude: A strong desire to learn and master end-to-end multi-state payroll operations, state tax nexus, and statutory leave mechanics is required.Accounting Foundation: Solid working knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS, month-end close procedures, internal controls, and balance sheet reconciliations.Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data modeling) with high attention to detail. Experience with NetSuite or modern HRIS/payroll platforms (e.g., ADP, Gusto, Rippling, Paylocity) is highly desirable.Problem Solving & Agility: Strong bias toward action, adaptability to changing priorities, and comfort navigating complex multi-state regulations.Communication & Discretion: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial/payroll matters clearly and handle confidential personnel data with care.Education & Certifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA, ACCA, or CIMA (qualified or in-progress) preferred.About TauliaTaulia is a fintech company that is part of the SAP group. More than 2 million businesses in over 150 countries collaborate on our network. Our customers include Airbus, AstraZeneca, and Nissan. We help them and their suppliers access cash when and where they need it most. Some of our customers have improved their working capital by more than $1 billion while making their supply chains more resilient and sustainable. For more information, please visit StatementAt Taulia, we are embracing Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize our industry and empower our team. We believe AI is a fundamental tool for innovation, efficiency, and creative problem-solving. We are looking for forward-thinking individuals who share our excitement for the future and are eager to learn, experiment, and grow with us in an AI-driven landscape. If you have a curious, adaptive, and collaborative mindset, you will thrive here.BenefitsFlexible work schedule Remote-friendly environment Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life) Comprehensive PTO Structure (PTO, Sick Leave, Bereavement) Global Parental Leave Company issued equipment (Laptop, monitor, etc.) 401k with match Career Development/Pathing EAP Program/Mental Health Advocacy Supportive Work CultureCompensation & Pay Transparency: SAP Taulia believes that pay transparency contributes to an honest, supportive culture and is a vital part of our commitment to equity. The estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $95,000.00 - $125,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate of the base salary at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined by a variety of factors, including (but not limited to) the candidate's specific skills, depth of experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Taulia is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age. If you don't think you meet all of the criteria above but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box, and we're looking for someone excited to join the team.