The Controller - Human Resources is responsible for overseeing the financial integrity, controls, and regulatory compliance of HR-related functions within a financial services environment. This role manages payroll accounting, compensation and benefits expense reporting, and HR budgeting while ensuring adherence to strict regulatory, audit, and internal control standards. The Controller - HR partners closely with Finance, Human Resources, Compliance, and executive leadership to support strategic workforce planning and risk management. ...
Responsibilities:
Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and payroll tax compliance in accordance with financial services regulations
Monitor, analyze, and report on labor costs, incentive compensation, benefits expenses, and headcount metrics
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., wage and hour, benefits, SOX)
Maintain and strengthen internal controls related to payroll, compensation, and HR financial processes
Prepare HR budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses; support long-term workforce planning
Partner with HR and Compliance on incentive compensation plans to ensure regulatory alignment
Support internal and external audits by providing payroll, benefits, and HR financial documentation
Oversee financial aspects of benefits administration, including vendor management and renewals
Develop executive-level reporting and dashboards related to workforce and compensation costs
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and risk mitigation
Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA or similar professional certification
Experience with SOX compliance and regulated compensation programs
Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems used in financial services environments
Experience supporting incentive compensation, bonus, and commission structures
Prior collaboration with Compliance, Risk, or Regulatory Affairs teams
Education:
High School
Experience:
4-7 years
Qualifications:
5+ years of progressive accounting or controller experience, preferably in financial services
Strong knowledge of payroll accounting, compensation structures, and benefits cost management
Experience with regulatory compliance, internal controls, and audit support
Proficiency in accounting systems, payroll platforms, and advanced Excel
High level of integrity and ability to manage confidential employee and financial data
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
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Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
The Controller - Human Resources is responsible for overseeing the financial integrity, controls, and regulatory compliance of HR-related functions within a financial services environment. This role manages payroll accounting, compensation and benefits expense reporting, and HR budgeting while ensuring adherence to strict regulatory, audit, and internal control standards. The Controller - HR partners closely with Finance, Human Resources, Compliance, and executive leadership to support strategic workforce planning and risk management.
Responsibilities:
Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and payroll tax compliance in accordance with financial services regulations
Monitor, analyze, and report on labor costs, incentive compensation, benefits expenses, and headcount metrics
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., wage and hour, benefits, SOX)
Maintain and strengthen internal controls related to payroll, compensation, and HR financial processes
Prepare HR budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses; support long-term workforce planning
Partner with HR and Compliance on incentive compensation plans to ensure regulatory alignment ...
Support internal and external audits by providing payroll, benefits, and HR financial documentation
Oversee financial aspects of benefits administration, including vendor management and renewals
Develop executive-level reporting and dashboards related to workforce and compensation costs
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and risk mitigation
Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA or similar professional certification
Experience with SOX compliance and regulated compensation programs
Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems used in financial services environments
Experience supporting incentive compensation, bonus, and commission structures
Prior collaboration with Compliance, Risk, or Regulatory Affairs teams
Education:
High School
Experience:
4-7 years
Qualifications:
5+ years of progressive accounting or controller experience, preferably in financial services
Strong knowledge of payroll accounting, compensation structures, and benefits cost management
Experience with regulatory compliance, internal controls, and audit support
Proficiency in accounting systems, payroll platforms, and advanced Excel
High level of integrity and ability to manage confidential employee and financial data
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Apply Now! #wka123
Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Oversee payroll accounting, reconciliations, and payroll tax compliance in accordance with financial services regulationsMonitor, analyze, and report on labor costs, incentive compensation, benefits expenses, and headcount metricsEnsure compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., wage and hour, benefits, SOX)Maintain and strengthen internal controls related to payroll, compensation, and HR financial processesPrepare HR budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses; support long-term workforce planningPartner with HR and Compliance on incentive compensation plans to ensure regulatory alignmentSupport internal and external audits by providing payroll, benefits, and HR financial documentationOversee financial aspects of benefits administration, including vendor management and renewalsDevelop executive-level reporting and dashboards related to workforce and compensation costsIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and risk mitigation
experience4-7 years
skillsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldCPA or similar professional certificationExperience with SOX compliance and regulated compensation programsFamiliarity with HRIS and payroll systems used in financial services environmentsExperience supporting incentive compensation, bonus, and commission structuresPrior collaboration with Compliance, Risk, or Regulatory Affairs teams
qualifications5+ years of progressive accounting or controller experience, preferably in financial servicesStrong knowledge of payroll accounting, compensation structures, and benefits cost managementExperience with regulatory compliance, internal controls, and audit supportProficiency in accounting systems, payroll platforms, and advanced ExcelHigh level of integrity and ability to manage confidential employee and financial dataStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
educationHigh School
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