Staff Accountant/ Payroll Analyst
Location: Boynton Beach, FL
Salary Range: $56,000-$62,000
About the Opportunity:
A well-established public agency dedicated to supporting programs and initiatives that improve the health, education, safety, and overall well-being of children and families within the local community is looking for a detail-oriented
Staff Accountant/ Payroll Analyst to join the growing team. This role is responsible for processing payroll for approximately 100 employees on a semi-monthly basis while supporting a variety of accounting and accounts payable functions. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys balancing payroll and general accounting responsibilities in a mission-driven organization.
Responsibilities:
- Process semi-monthly payroll for approximately 100 employees, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
- Manage payroll withholdings, deductions, garnishments, and benefit-related payroll transactions.
- Review and enter employee benefit invoices for payment and reconciliation.
- Perform accounts payable duties, including invoice processing and check runs.
- Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
- Perform bank, payroll, and general ledger account reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end close and other routine accounting activities.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Assist with other general accounting responsibilities and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 4-6+ years of payroll and general accounting experience preferred.
- Experience processing payroll for approximately 100 employees.
- Working knowledge of accounts payable, general ledger accounting, and reconciliations.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP functions.