We are seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist with a strong focus on payroll management to join our team. This role requires expertise in accounting principles, payroll processing, and the ability to maintain precise financial records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will excel in managing payroll data, calculating employee compensation accurately, and assisting with accounts payable and receivable. This role requires excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.

Qualifications:

· A degree in accounting, finance or a related field preferred

· 3 years experience in payroll processing and accounting functions

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Accounting

1. Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely
• Verify the accuracy of invoices and ensure proper approval before processing payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.

2. Accounts Receivable

• Generate customer invoices and statements as needed
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on overdue payments
• Post payments to the appropriate accounts
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding payment issues or discrepancies

3. Financial Reporting

• Record journal entries for various transactions, including payroll, revenue and expenses
• Reconcile balance sheets on a regular basis
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting process

4. Expense Management

• Review employee expense reports and ensure compliance with company policies
• Assist with credit card reconciliation

5. Audit Support

• Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations as needed
• Ensure compliance with basic tax laws and regulations and accounting standards and principles
• Stay up to date about changes in accounting standards and regulations

Payroll

1. Payroll Data Management

• Collect and maintain accurate employee data, including timesheets, salary information, expense reports and per diem
• Verify time entries for accuracy and alert management to any issues related to attendance and/or timekeeping

2. Payroll Calculation and Processing

• Calculate employee wages, salaries, bonus, per diem and expenses based on time worked and applicable rates
• Assist with processing payroll accurately and on time, adhering to established payroll schedules
• Coordinate with HR to ensure accurate benefit enrollment and payments

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.80 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• This position is on-site in an office setting. Are you willing and able to work from an office location Monday-Friday 8am-5pm?

Experience:

• Payroll: 3 years (Required)
• Accounting: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Baton Rouge, LA 70809: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person