Payroll Accountant

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Accountant for our Global shared service Payroll accounting team.

This position offers remote setup with the flexibility to work from any location in Kazakhstan, whether it's your home or well-equipped offices in Astana, Almaty or Karaganda.

Responsibilities

• Handle payroll for some EPAM subsidiaries: prepare information, communicate with the HR team and external agencies, recheck the calculated payroll, and prepare SOX control files
• Analyze and reconcile payroll in all internal systems
• Deal with audit requests and participate in regular meetings with external and internal auditors
• Participate in regular process improvement activities with other teams, analyze areas for improvement, and test new changes
• Take care of ad-hoc reports and tasks by request

Requirements

• Degree in economics (Finance/Accounting)
• 3+ years of working experience as a payroll specialist, payroll accountant or auditor (including payroll)
• Excellent MS Office skills, especially Excel
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP is an advantage)
• English level – Intermediate or above

Nice to have

• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills

We offer

• We connect like-minded people: :
  • Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
  • Corporate and social events
  • Enjoyable working environment
• We invest in your growth:  :
  • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Get Abstract
  • Free English classes with certified teachers
  • Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language
• We cover it all: :
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Medical & family care package
  • Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
  • Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
  • Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

EPAM is a team of technologists and innovators united by a passion for technology. In Kazakhstan, we operate across all cities with offices in Astana, Almaty, and Karaganda and work with the world's leading companies from different industries. In 2023, EPAM received the Export Excellence Award at the esteemed Digital Bridge Awards, showcasing our commitment to excellence and innovation.