Accounting Analyst

Overview:

The Accounting Analyst will focus on the Payroll and Accounts Payable (AP) functions but will be asked to assist with related projects within the Corporate Accounting Department, working directly under the supervision of senior accountants and the Controller. Related projects may include maintaining financial records, running reports for management review, recording a wide range of financial transactions, offering administrative and bookkeeping assistance to accounting special projects, helping prepare financial statements and confirming the accuracy of accounting database information.

Position Functions and Responsibilities:

· Assist with maintaining accurate payroll records for new and existing employees.

· Assist with payroll processing by reviewing and entering employee and payroll information.

· Enter employee changes, including pay rate, deduction, direct deposit, and other payroll-related updates.

· Review payroll information for accuracy and identify discrepancies for further review.

· Assist with preparing payroll reports and supporting documentation.

· Maintain organized payroll files and records.

· Assist with processing employee benefit deductions and employer contributions.

· Assist with submitting 401(k) contributions and loan payment information.

· Process payroll-related information and employee changes received from Human Resources.

· Respond to routine payroll questions and direct more complex inquiries to the appropriate team member.

· Maintain confidentiality of employees and payroll information.

· Follow established payroll procedures and internal controls.

· Provide excellent customer service to employees and other CSAC stakeholders.

· Provide general administrative support to the Corporate Accounting Department.

· Assist with department projects and special assignments as needed.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

· Process invoices for payment in accordance with the established policies and procedures in addition to agreed-upon contracts.

· Enter invoice data accurately into accounting software for review and payment.

· Address inquiries by outside parties and investigate and resolve any noted irregularities.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

· Associates of Arts Degree with specialty in accounting; degree in Accounting or Business Administration is preferred but not required.

· Minimum two (2) years of work experience in accounting/payroll is preferred. The successful candidate must have a working knowledge of Microsoft applications, especially in Excel.

· A knowledge of good internal control principles and procedures is necessary as well as an ability to operate customary office equipment.

· This position requires a high level of competence, strong sense of responsibility, flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, exceptional written and oral communication skills, strong organization skills, excellent problem solving and analytical capabilities, and strong attention to detail.

· Ability to multitask in a diverse work environment.

· Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management, vendors, visitors, Trustees, consultants, and others.

· Ability to multi-task in a diverse work environment with several duties.

· Ability to work under pressure and deliver professional results while meeting deadlines.

· Participate and interact professionally during department meetings, company events, and/or training.

· Experience working with Sage 100 is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibility:

· This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment/ Physical Demands

· While performing the duties of the job, the employee regularly works in an office setting.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and listen.

· Ability to lift 10-50 pounds when necessary.

Travel

· Minimal to no travel. Occasional travel to business-related events, offices and/or seminars may be required.

NOTE:

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. CSAC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.49 - $28.40 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Can you briefly describe your experience in accounting or accounts payable?
• How proficient are you with Microsoft Excel? Can you give examples of functions or tasks you’ve performed (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP)?
• Walk me through your process for handling invoices from receipt to payment.
• Have you ever identified and resolved discrepancies in vendor invoices? How did you handle it?
• Were you referred to this position by someone? If yes, please share their name and relationship to you.

Work Location: In person