Payroll/Accounting Specialist

Position Title: Payroll/Accounting Specialist

Location: Filling Home - Main Facility

Job Summary: The Payroll/Accounting Specialist is responsible for managing and processing payroll accurately and on time. This role also includes overseeing accounts payable duties, such as processing vendor invoices, managing payment schedules, and reconciling accounts. Additionally, the specialist will assist the fiscal team with day-to-day accounting tasks, including preparing financial reports, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes.

Responsibilities:

• Implement, maintain, and review payroll processing and accounting systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including wages, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve payroll-related issues.
• Create and import month end journal entries and accruals in a timely manner.
• Process and Monitor A/P General Ledger coding for accuracy and rationality.
• Compile financial data to aide Senior Accounting Specialist and Director of Accounting in preparation of financial reports.
• Assist in annual Medicaid cost reporting.
• Contribute in the preparation of the annual budget.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting or payroll.
• Solid understanding of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficient computer skills in excel, word processing, and financial software.