Global Payroll Accountant (m/f/d)

Sportradar; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sportradar is seeking a detailed Global Payroll Accountant to support payroll accounting activities across the US and Rest of World. You will ensure accurate payroll records, perform reconciliations, and close books monthly while maintaining strict confidentiality.

In this role, you will collaborate with Payroll, HR, Finance, and external providers, handle multi-jurisdictional tax compliance, and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of payroll accounting or accounting experience with global exposure (US and ROW).
• Strong understanding of U.S. payroll and international payroll practices.
• Experience with payroll reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, month-end close and audits.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills; experience with payroll systems preferred.
• Detail oriented, highly organized and able to work independently across teams.

Aufgaben

• Control workflow to ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Prepare internal payroll reports and ad hoc financial reporting as needed.
• Assure confidentiality and security of records and information.
• Responsible for month-end tasks including payroll-related journal entries, account reconciliations, and tax compliance for US and ROW.
• Ensure SOX compliance and support internal and external audits.
• Support payroll tax, statutory, and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Partner with Payroll, HR, Finance, and external payroll providers to resolve discrepancies.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll accounting processes and reporting.

Kenntnisse

Payroll accounting

US payroll

Excel

Analytical skills

Multi-country

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Payroll systems

Jobbeschreibung

We’re the world’s leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators, and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on our know-how and technology to boost their business.

Job Description

We are seeking a detailed oriented Global Payroll Accountant to support payroll accounting activities across the US and Rest of World (ROW) countries. This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate payroll accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, reports, and timely month-end close activities.

THE CHALLENGE:

• Control workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely
• Prepare internal payroll reports and develop ad hoc financial reporting as needed
• Assure confidentiality and security of records and information
• Responsible for month-end tasks including payroll-related journal entries, account reconciliations, and tax compliance for US and ROW countries
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements
• Support internal and external audits
• Support payroll tax, statutory, and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Ensure payroll processes and accounting practices are consistent with company policies and applicable local regulations
• Partner with Payroll, HR, Finance, and external payroll providers to resolve discrepancies
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll accounting processes and reporting

ABOUT YOU:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of payroll accounting or accounting experience, preferably with global payroll exposure (US and ROW)
• Strong understanding of U.S. payroll and familiarity with international payroll practices
• Experience with payroll reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, month-end close and audits
• Strong Excel and analytical skills, experience with payroll systems preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented, highly organized and analytical skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work effectively with teams across multiple countries and time zones
• Discreet and trustworthy with confidential materials and conversations
• Positive, can-do attitude, diplomacy and approachability

OUR OFFER:

• A collaborative environment with colleagues from all over the world (Engineering offices in Europe, Asia and US) including various social events and teambuilding.
• Flexibility to manage your workday and tasks with autonomy.
• A balance of structure and autonomy to tackle your daily tasks.
• Vibrant and inclusive community, including Women in Tech and Pride groups which welcome all participants.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme.
• Calm and Reulay app (leading well-being apps designed to support focus, quality rest, mindfulness, and long-term mental resilience).

While we appreciate the flexibility and benefits of working from home, we strongly believe that coming together in person fosters stronger connections, encourages collaboration, and drives innovation—both as individuals and as a company. The energy, shared ideas, and team support we experience in the office strengthen the foundation of our success and culture. For this reason, we are an office-first business operating on a fully on-site model, with team members working in the office four days a week to build relationships, exchange ideas, and grow together. Certain exemptions may apply depending on location — your local point of contact can provide further details.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

• Initial Screening: A quick chat with our Talent Acquisition Partner to understand your background and expectations.
• Technical Assessment: A short (home) task to showcase your technical skills.
• Two Technical Interviews: Meet with the Technical team and later with the Hiring Manager to dive into your solution, as also discuss team fit.
• Onsite Interview: Meet with the local team and take a tour of our office for a final meet-and-greet.
• Finals Steps: Receive feedback and, if successful, an offer!