
Accounting Career Consultants
Payroll Specialist St. Louis, MO
Job Reference: JOB-24913
Job Title: Accountant I Payroll and Accounts Payable
Job Description
This position is to support the Accountant II with processing payroll and accounts payable.
Responsibilities
PAYROLL
· Partners with Accountant II to process bi-weekly payroll and payment of interns & contractors
· Assists in the reconciliation of monthly benefit invoices, research issues, and works with Human Resources to correct the issues
· Audits the payroll register to ensure changes were made and payroll is accurate before it is finalized
· Submits employee retirement deductions and employer matching information to 3rd party vendor
· Manages the garnishment process through Paylocity to ensure correct calculations and compliance
· Verifies changes that flow from the HR system to payroll system
· Provides customer service to employees with payroll questions
· Interfaces effectively with payroll approvers in resolving issues
· Demonstrates ability to work independently, requiring minimal supervision
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
· Maintains accounts payable files including the approved vendor list and enter invoices into accounts payable system
· Ensures the internal controls with regards to purchase orders and approval limits are followed
· Assists with the month-end closing process
· Audits and processes credit card bills
· Serves as point of contact for department and vendor invoice questions
· Maintains system records to process Form 1099 to payees
· Provides supporting documentation for audits
OTHER DUTIES:
· Assists with governance monitoring/reporting and entity registrations
· Files monthly insurance reports and handles certificate of insurance requests
· Assists in the preparation of power point presentations and other board reporting
· Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
· High level of integrity and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a professional manner
· Ability to organize and prioritize challenging demands, and manage time effectively
· Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving ability
· Must be highly detail oriented
· High competency level in MS office applications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
· Minimum of an associate-level college degree in Accounting or Business
· Minimum 2 years of experience with payroll software; knowledge of Paylocity a Plus
· Minimum 2 years of experience with accounts payable; knowledge of Blackbaud Financial Edge a Plus
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Shani Poole I look forward to assisting you with your search and assessing whether this role could be a good fit for you. Please apply for confidential consideration! Tel: 314-292-7914 | Email: spoole@careeradvancers.com |
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