Accountant Payroll Specialist (Remote)

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

FM:Systems, now a part of Johnson Controls (JCI), provides workplace management technology and solutions that enable facility and real estate teams to identify, plan and deliver the ideal workplace for every employee. Our broad solutions portfolio of software and hardware, specializing in space management and optimization, assets and maintenance, strategic real estate planning, resource scheduling, as well as projects and sustainability, empowers our clients to gain insight into how their facility space is performing, how they enhance efficiency and crate an employee-centric workplace. As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet.

Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through significant work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care.
• On the job/cross training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
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What You Will Do

As a General Ledger accountant you will play a crucial role in supporting the accounting department's day-to-day operations in various functional areas, such as monthly closing, full cycle of accounting with a key workstream in payroll accounting. You will be responsible for a variety of accounting tasks while ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in the field of accounting within the dynamic landscape of a SaaS company. Payroll accounting is a key workstream for this role. Experience is required.

How You Will Do It

Ledger

• Maintain and manage the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Manage and support the full cycle of accounting, including but not limited to, Accounts Payable activities and expense reporting.
• Assist with the month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, trial balance preparation, and variance analysis.
• Record and reconcile intercompany account transactions.
• Serve as the primary or secondary system admin and/or SME for various accounting software platforms.
• Analyze financial data and trends to support decision-making and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze financial information for various reports.
• Assist with external audits, providing necessary documentation and support.
• Contribute to and drive forward progress on concurrent and complex projects with minimal supervision.
  
  

Payroll

• Liaise with central payroll processing team to receive and record journal entries and reconcile payroll general ledger accounts.
• Calculate monthly commissions, ensuring payments are submitted timely and accurately.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee inquiries regarding payroll matters.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure employee data is accurately reflected in the relevant systems and reports.
• Assist in the preparation of payroll-related reports and documentation as needed.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

What We Look For

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

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Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.