Halliburton Company

Senior Payroll Accountant

Halliburton Company$75K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum three (3) years of accounting experience required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance necessary.
  • 4+ years of payroll accounting in a large enterprise preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of GL accounting and payroll-related accounting treatments essential.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and financial modeling, required.
  • Experience with SAP S/4HANA and Blackline mandatory; ADP knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Handle payroll accounting, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Manage PTO/vacation reserves and year-end vacation payouts.
  • Process cash clearing transactions and stock purchase reconciliations.
  • Prepare and post payroll journal entries to the general ledger.
  • Reconcile payroll accounts including wages payable, taxes, and benefits processes.
  • Analyze payroll variances and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Maintain accurate payroll records to support audits and compliance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting physical, emotional, financial, and parental needs.
  • Resources to help you succeed both at work and home.
  • Affordable options for healthcare and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
Halliburton is seeking a Senior Payroll Accountant to support its payroll accounting operations within a large enterprise environment. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate general ledger entries related to payroll, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and ensuring proper accrual accounting for employee compensation, benefits, and stock activity. The Senior Payroll Accountant will take on greater ownership of complex reconciliations and provide guidance on accounting treatments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Handle payroll accounting, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and GL entries.
  • Manage PTO/vacation reserve tracking and year-end vacation payouts.
  • Process cash clearing transactions and employee stock purchase reconciliations.
  • Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries to the general ledger.
  • Reconcile payroll accounts, including wages payable, taxes, and benefits.
  • Analyze payroll variances and resolve discrepancies.
  • Maintain accurate payroll records for audits and regulatory purposes.
  • Monitor and reconcile benefit-related accounts.
  • Assist with internal and external audits related to payroll.
  • Provide explanations to cost center owners regarding employee transactions.
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies.
  • Identify and implement improvements to payroll processes.
  • Support payroll system upgrades or implementations.


Qualifications

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in accounting related roles required.
  • Requires completion of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • 4+ years of accounting experience with direct payroll accounting responsibilities in a large enterprise.
  • Strong command of GL accounting, accruals, reconciliation, and payroll-related accounting treatments.
  • Advanced Excel skills - pivot tables, Power Query, financial modeling.
  • SAP S/4HANA and Blackline experience required; ADP familiarity a plus.


Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA preferred or actively pursuing.
  • Experience with ADP GlobalView and SmartCompliance in a large enterprise payroll environment.


World Class Benefits

At Halliburton, we're committed to providing you and your family with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package - which means we offer support for your physical, emotional, financial and parental needs, both now and in the future. When you join our team, you'll have access to a wide range of resources designed to help you thrive at work and at home. By clicking here, you can review a summary of the benefits available once you join.

Location

3000 N. Sam Houston Parkway E., Houston, Texas, 77032, United States

Job Details

Requisition Number: 209510
Experience Level: Experienced Hire
Job Family: Support Services
Product Service Line: Finance
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

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Compensation Information
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

About Halliburton Company

Halliburton is one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the energy industry. With more than 55,000 employees in approximately 70 countries, the company serves the upstream oil and gas industry throughout the lifecycle of the reservoir — from locating hydrocarbons and managing geological data, to drilling and formation evaluation, well construction and completion, and optimizing production through the life of the field.

Halliburton Company Careers

Join the Halliburton Company, a global leader in the energy sector, and be part of a team that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. At Halliburton, we offer unparalleled job opportunities and a culture that fosters growth and professional development.

Work You’ll Do

At Halliburton, your work will directly contribute to some of the most innovative projects in the energy industry. Our team at Halliburton is dedicated to excellence in every aspect of our operations, from engineering to field services. With a focus on sustainable solutions, you will be at the forefront of technological advancement, helping to drive energy efficiency and innovation.

Join a Leading Team

Become a part of a diverse team of over 40,000 professionals worldwide. Halliburton is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career. We offer a variety of positions across multiple fields, ensuring that your career path is as unique as your skills and interests.

Innovative Work

Engage in groundbreaking work that challenges the status quo and pushes the boundaries of what is possible in the energy sector. Halliburton is a place where innovation is not just encouraged—it's expected.

Career Development

Halliburton is committed to the professional growth of every team member. From leadership training to skills development workshops, we provide the tools needed to advance your career. Our robust internship programs offer a gateway to full-time employment, giving you a head start in the industry.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Halliburton, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Our diversity training programs are designed to foster an inclusive culture that respects and values individual differences.

Benefits and Culture

Halliburton offers a competitive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include health care, life insurance, retirement plans, and more. Our culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and collaboration, making Halliburton a great place to work.

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Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$34.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2.9 billion
5 Year Trend
-0.8%
Revenue
$14.4 billion
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