Payroll Controller

About Tower Semiconductor

Looking for a career path in the high-tech industry? Become part of a team focused on delivering the most exciting semiconductor technology in the world! If you enjoy working with others in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career in this exciting industry, then Tower Semiconductor is the place to be!

Tower Semiconductor, the leading foundry of high-value analog semiconductor solutions, provides technology, development, and process platforms for analog integrated circuits to more than 300 customers worldwide across growing markets such as communications, mobile, infrastructure, consumer, industrial, automotive, medical, and aerospace and defense, among others.

Join Tower and become part of a dynamic organization with exceptionally talented and dedicated team members who work collaboratively to provide best-in-class technological solutions to our clients.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven Payroll Accountant to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for payroll accounting activities, payroll-related employee support, and general accounting tasks while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts

• Process invoices and maintain vendor records

• Execute domestic and international payments

• Support monthly and quarterly closing activities

• Prepare reports for tax authorities

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries

• Perform intercompany payroll allocations and departmental chargebacks

• Manage employee attendance records using the Hilan system

This Job Is For You If:

You are an experienced Payroll Accountant with at least 3 years of hands-on payroll experience and strong knowledge of payroll regulations and labor laws. You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and strict deadlines.

You have proven experience working with the Hilan payroll system and can manage payroll processes accurately and efficiently from start to finish. You take pride in delivering precise work, maintaining confidentiality, and providing excellent service to employees and internal stakeholders.

We are looking for a proactive team player who enjoys collaborating with others while taking ownership of their responsibilities. If you are professional, reliable, and looking to join a strong payroll team of four professionals supporting a workforce of approximately 1,500 employees, we would love to hear from you.

Job Requirements

Must Have:

• At least 5 years of experience in payroll accounting within a company of 200+ employees.

• Previous payroll experience.

• Strong accounting knowledge, including complex journal entries and reconciliations.

• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.

• High level of accuracy, organization, and service orientation.

• Good English communication skills (written and verbal).

• Experience working with the Hilan payroll and attendance system

Nice to Have:

• Experience with SAP