Accounting Generalist / Payroll

First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (FTHRA) is looking to hire a full-time Accounting Generalist based at our headquarters in Johnson City. (on-site)

Why Join Us?

• Full-time Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm (1 hour unpaid for lunch)
• Work Life Balance & Professional Development (several diverse lines of business)
• Competitive Wages and Overall Compensation Package
• TN State Pension (legacy) with TCRS & Deferred Compensation Plan
• Generous Paid-Time-Off and 14 Paid Holidays Annually
• Full Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AFLAC, LTD/STD, FSA, HSA with employer contribution
• Paid Training, Continuing Education Benefits & Professional Membership Dues Paid
• Opportunity for Advancement (we strive to promote from within whenever possible) and much more...

Position Title: Accounting Generalist

Overview: The Accounting Generalist will work under the supervision of the Accounting Manager. Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day processing of accounts payable, general ledger account analyses, assisting with financial month-end closing responsibilities, as well as processing payroll. A combination of technical aptitude, analytical skills, excellent communication skills, and great attention to detail is critical to the success of this role.

Responsibilities: (These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all-inclusive for this position.)

• Prepares accounts payable checks, daily check run; checks and approves all vouchers for payment, processes invoices, contracts, etc.
• Manage Accounts Payable inbox, communicate professionally with vendors and internal expense owners to ensure issues get resolved quickly.
• Accurately code GL account and departments/region; assign proper expense manager for approval; and ensure timely vendor payments are executed.
• Verify coding on invoices and produce the month-end report and reconciliation; ensure all invoices are processed in accordance with Agency policies.
• Maintains the invoice filing system and answers all vendor inquiries.
• Manage accrued expenses booking and reconciliation; be proactive in requesting missing invoices or estimates from vendors at month's end.
• Compile, review & deliver vendor trending analysis, departmental expense trending analysis during month close; assist as needed with other accounting tasks at month end; adhere to closing deadlines.
• Responsible for the accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of bi-monthly payroll and the agency’s accounts payable.
• Ensure accurate completion of payroll processing and reporting in accordance with federal, state, and local tax laws, and Agency policies and procedures.
• Ensure payroll tax reporting and remittance are timely and in compliance with applicable tax laws, and all payroll accounts are reconciled timely and accurately.
• Provide employees with answers to payroll-related questions.
• Preparation of year-end W2, 1095c, Miscellaneous 1099, and other end-of-year reporting requirements.
• Reviews exception reports and coordinates, and resolves inaccurate information and processes.
• Evaluates and documents business procedures related to payroll and A/P processes.
• Maintain payroll records & payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data.
• Resolve any payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Responsible for State Pension enrollment, contributions, changes, reporting, and other retirement records.
• Calculate and reconcile monthly pension and quarterly funding.
• Provide management with relevant payroll and financial reports.
• Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.
• Maintains the highest standards of data integrity and quality throughout the Agency’s data collection and reporting.
• Abide by all fiscal policies and procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality with regard to all payroll & financial information.
• Assist with other accounting and/or administrative tasks when needed.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• 2 years’ experience in accounting and/or payroll processing role. Recent college graduates will be considered.
• Bachelor's Degree in business administration, accounting, or related field required.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with outstanding time-management skills.
• Self-directed and independent with the ability to work well on a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Excel & Access.
• Strong professional communication skills with a focus on customer service.
• Analytical and mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Able to meet and maintain pre-employment drug screen and background checks requirements.

Safety Sensitive Position. All applicants are drug screened upon being made a contingent offer of employment. All employees are subject to random drug screens. 

NOTICE: This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

First Tennessee Human Resource Agency (FTHRA) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities (EOE M/F/V/D/DFWP)

Applications accepted at www.FTHRA.Org or at the application kiosk located at FTHRA Corporate Office, 704 Rolling Hills Drive, J.C., TN 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., M-F, DEADLINE TO APPLY: Open Until Filled EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. NOTE: We cannot accept resumes that are unaccompanied by a fully completed FTHRA application.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have difficulty submitting your application through our online system, please send an email detailing the issues you are having to us so that we can inform our provider, and the problem can be quickly resolved. FTHRA Online Application Submission Issues: Please do not submit your resume or application via email; it will not be accepted as a valid application.