Senior Accountant

Vanta

Detail-oriented Senior Accountant at Vanta focusing on payroll accounting and financial reporting. Join a high-growth team delivering accurate payroll data and process improvements.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $108,000 - $127,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPFlux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for payroll and benefits-related accounts
Partner closely with Payroll and HR to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of payroll data
Review payroll reports against the GL and investigate discrepancies or unusual fluctuations using data-driven and AI-assisted approaches
Prepare and review benefits reconciliations, identifying and resolving variances across across multiple systems
Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes related to payroll and benefits
Perform detailed flux and variance analysis on payroll and compensation-related expenses, leveraging AI tools and advanced analytics to identify trends, anomalies, and insights
Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within payroll accounting, including the use of AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance accuracy
Maintain and strengthen internal controls over payroll and benefits-related processes
Support the broader accounting team by taking on responsibilities such as prepaids and fixed assets as needed to balance workloads.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in compensation accounting or a similar role, ideally in a high-growth SaaS environment.
You have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA a plus.
You have a strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
You’re highly proficient in Excel and comfortable working with large datasets; experience with AI-enabled tools is a plus
You have hands-on experience with ERP systems; NetSuite and payroll platforms such as ADP preferred.
Experience managing complex benefit reconciliations, including 401K and HSA accounts via platforms like Fidelity and Navia.
Strong critical thinking skills with a track record of identifying discrepancies and implementing process improvements.
Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining proper audit-ready support for all entries.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight month-end deadlines.
Excellent communication skills to partner cross-functionally with HR, Benefits, and Payroll teams.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
Open to using AI to amplify their skills and strengthen their work - demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry-competitive salary and equity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of employee-only benefit premiums covered for most medical plans
16 weeks paid Parental Leave for all new parents
Health & wellness stipend
Remote workspace, internet, and cellphone stipend
Commuter benefits for team members who report to the SF and NYC office
Family planning benefits
Matching 401(k) contribution with immediate vesting
Flexible PTO policy, plus 80 hours of Sick Time
11 company-paid holidays
Virtual team building activities, lunch and learns, and other company-wide events!

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Hard Skills & Tools

compensation accountingfinancial reportingUS GAAPvariance analysisprocess improvementsaudit-ready supportdata analysisExcelERP systemsbenefit reconciliations

Soft Skills

critical thinkingattention to detailindependencetime managementcommunicationcuriositywillingness to learnsound judgment

Certifications

CPABachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in Finance