Accounting and Payroll Specialist

Denver, CO - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 56000 - 65000

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

position

Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist

division/department

Finance Accounting

classification

Non-Exempt

nature of position

The person in this position will be responsible for the processing of accounts payable and bi-weekly payroll in addition to other accounting/bookkeeping job duties reports to the Manager Accounting Operations.

essential functions

Perform various accounts payable duties to include:

Verifying invoices and check requests for coding accuracy and proper internal signature authority limit and prepare disbursement batches for processing in the accounting system
Process check runs for multiple checking accounts
Run timely month-end reports on all AP accounts
Respond to employee and vendor inquiries in a professional courteous and timely manner; investigate and resolve any disbursement discrepancies
Research and follow up on stale-dated checks
Coordinate new vendor set-up and process annual 1099s

Perform bi-weekly payroll processing duties to include:

Reviewing employee timecards for reasonable hours
Process payroll for employees in the organization on a bi-weekly basis
Address and resolve employee questions and request relating to the payroll issues
Calculate and submit bi-weekly PERA 401k and 457 wires and reports
Reconcile accounts related to salary and benefit transactions

Perform other duties as assigned to include:

Understanding of laws and regulations to ensure proper compliance and oversight on business processes
Assuming primary back-up responsibilities for other staff when requested
Maintaining up-to-date policies and procedures

knowledge skills and ability

Knowledge of basic accounting concepts
Moderate Excel skills
Knowledge of Sage Intacct or similar accounting system is a plus
Knowledge of Paycom or similar payroll processing system is a plus
Strong attention to detail good time management and organization skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work and communicate well with other departments co-workers and superiors
Customer service orientation and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Abilities that reflect our values:
- Ability to continuously improve and develop knowledge and skills while adapting quickly to changing circumstances and processes
- Ability to work towards inclusion in all activities and decisions through the solicitation and appreciation of diverse perspectives
- Ability to exercise personal accountability in all activities and decisions
- Ability to embrace a culture of operational excellence to ensure processes are continually evaluated and improved as necessary
- Ability to operate with a sense of integrity
- Ability to have fun with a demonstrated sense of humor
- Ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse ethnic racial and cultural backgrounds

experience/education

Minimum of two years of experience processing accounts payable or equivalent experience and aptitude
Experience with processing payroll entries
Associates or bachelors degree in business or accounting preferred but not required
Experience in a financial institution is a plus

equipment used

Personal computer smartphone and calculator.

work environment

The incumbent in this position will perform the essential functions of the job primarily in an office environment which requires sitting at a desk for the majority of the day with or without accommodation with moderate levels of interaction and collaboration with others.

validation statement

This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform.

salary range

$56000 - $65000 annual bonuses

benefit information

Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance plans with very low rates
Generous Paid Time Off including paid volunteer time and leave programs
Please visit our benefits page for additional information

how to apply

External candidates: Please apply online at - Careers Tab

All applications are strongly encouraged before Friday January 16^th. This posting is expected to remain open until the position is filled.

With respect to its programs services activities and employment practices Colorado Housing and Finance Authority prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 years and over race sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression color religion national origin disability military status genetic information marital status or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law. Requests for reasonable accommodation the provision of auxiliary aids or any complaints alleging violation of this nondiscrimination policy should be directed to the nondiscrimination coordinator 1.800.877.2432 TDD/TTY 303.297.7305 CHFA 1981 Blake Street Denver CO 80202-1272 available weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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DescriptionpositionAccounts Payable and Payroll Specialistdivision/departmentFinance AccountingclassificationNon-Exemptnature of positionThe person in this position will be responsible for the processing of accounts payable and bi-weekly payroll in addition to other accounting/bookkeeping job duties...