Senior Accountant – Payroll Tax

About the role

Join Tesla’s Payroll Tax accounting team to apply U.S. GAAP principles to payroll operations. You will ensure accurate, on‑time payroll accounting, analysis, close processes and financial reporting in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform complex accounting tasks such as multi‑entity payroll, equity transactions, adjustments and regular data audits.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual payroll close activities, planning and issue resolution.
• Process journal entries and reconcile accounts for U.S. and international payroll.
• Reconcile daily, weekly and quarterly payroll reports to ensure accurate payments and timely filing.
• Provide internal financial reporting and analysis, including payroll cash forecasting.
• Assist in preparation of annual tax documents and stay current on payroll and taxation requirements.
• Design, document and execute internal controls to ensure SOX compliance for payroll.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of public accounting or industry experience; global payroll and tax experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication with sound judgment and analytical mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• MS Office
• Cognos BI for data validation and ad‑hoc analysis

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits from day 1, including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA and 401(k) with employer match.
• Family‑building benefits, paid parental leave, backup childcare and parenting support.
• Life, AD&D, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program, paid sick/vacation time and holidays.
• Commuter benefits, employee discounts, Tesla Babies program and voluntary insurance options.