Senior Bookkeeper — Payroll

Senior Bookkeeper + Payroll Processing + Accounts Payable (AP)

Job Openings Senior Bookkeeper + Payroll Processing + Accounts Payable (AP)

About the job Senior Bookkeeper + Payroll Processing + Accounts Payable (AP)

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the Payroll & Accounts Payable Specialist is to process payroll and accounts payable, scan, process and prepare for payment accounts payable invoices, and to assist the Director of Finance in the completion of the monthly close process. The position will also assist the Director of Finance and Payroll Accounts Payable Supervisor with special projects using Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible, however in no way is it stated or implied that these are the only duties you are required to perform; other related duties necessary to meet the needs of the organization may be assigned to you.

Payroll

Process and audit payroll for all assigned companies on a bi-weekly basis. Answer employee payroll questions in a timely and professional manner. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Utilize ADP to ensure that bi-weekly payroll is completed in a timely manner.

Ensure that expense reimbursements are processed accurately and in a timely manner.

Ensure that employee entries into the mileage reporting system are timely, and also prepare a bi- weekly file for interface with ADP.

Prepare and transmit bi-weekly 401k contribution and match information to 401k provider.

Calculate and/or verify paid time off and holiday pay.

Calculate and process retro payments and bonus payments as required.

Maintain all electronic payroll files in an organized manner.

Respond to employee and supervisor questions regarding payroll.

Accounts Payable

Communicate with third party vendors in order to process invoices and reconcile vendor statements.

Maintain organization for all records. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Ensure all invoices and claims are posted and paid in a proper and timely manner.

Reconcile vendor account statements monthly to make sure accounts payable records agree with vendor customer account statements, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

Monitor recurring invoices and alert management of large variances.

Maintain an organized system for accounts payable records.

Print checks for signatures, mail payments, and scan invoices.

Maintain vendor file information in accounting system and prepare annual 1099’s.

Ensure all invoices received for payment have proper internal approval.

Track and post company credit card transactions into accounting system.

Other/Administrative

Assist Director of Finance with month end process by printing financial statements

Assist Director of Finance with annual budgeting process as required

Assist with special projects as needed

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

Completes all other duties as assigned and apparent.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated knowledge of ADP Payroll Processing, client uses ADP Workforce

  • If not familiar with ADP, need experience with other payroll companies in the US

Demonstrated ability meeting tight deadlines and high productivity demands

Proficiency in and knowledge of Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel

Demonstrated experience operating standard office equipment

Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills

Demonstrated excellence in attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Intermediate to Advanced level skill in ADP Payroll Processing (or other US payroll companies)

  • Experience generating reports is a “nice to have”

Advanced-level skill in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power BI

Demonstrated strong presentation and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability understanding and complying with county, state, and federal compliance

and regulations

Demonstrated effective time management and organizational skills

Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities, working independently and taking

initiative

Demonstrated experience maintaining a professional composure and effectively representing

the organization

Demonstrated experience maintaining a high level of confidentiality

Demonstrated experience exercising good judgment and applying effective listening skills

Demonstrated excellent customer service skills

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

This position requires a College D