Corporate Accounting Manager - Payroll & Benefits

We are deliberately working towards a brighter future. Our daily actions consider what is important to our people, our customers and our planet. We are focused on performance, durability and sustainability to serve the world better.

At Atmus, employees are viewed as people first, then colleagues. We give you the freedom and flexibility to do what you're good at and make an impact. Work alongside today's most innovative thinkers and help shape the future with Atmus. The Corporate Accounting Manager - Payroll & Benefits Accounting is responsible for overseeing all accounting, reporting, and compliance activities related to global payroll and employee benefits. This role ensures accurate and timely financial close processes, maintains strong internal controls, and partners closely with HR, Payroll Operations, Treasury, and external auditors. The manager will lead the development and maintenance of payroll and benefits account reconciliations, support complex accounting matters, and drive continuous improvement across related processes.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including payroll or benefits accounting exposure.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with large ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex reconciliations and highvolume transactions.
• Strong analytical, problemsolving, and communication skills.

Preferred

• CPA or equivalent certification.
• Big 4 public accounting experience.
• Prior experience supporting internal and external audits.
• Global public company experience.

Base salary range: $118,138 to $131,263/ year

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate's qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, other personal and professional benefits.

Atmus and E-verify

At Atmus, we are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

Atmus will validate the right to work using E-Verify. Atmus will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting for payroll, benefits, and related employee compensation programs.
• Oversee journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and account mapping to ensure accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Lead the payroll and benefits components of the financial close process and support financial statements, disclosures, expense projections, and accounting memos.
• Develop, document, and monitor internal controls to support accurate, timely financial reporting and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Oversee the benefits accounting control environment, including vendor-performed accounting, and drive improvements in controls and processes.
• Serve as a key contact for internal and external audits and ensure timely, accurate support for audit requests.
• Collaborate across HR, Payroll, FP&A, Financial Reporting, Accounting Policy, and shared services to resolve issues and improve business insight.
• Analyze trends and results, prepare clear financial commentary, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, efficiency, and close cycle times.