Part-Time Bookkeeper / Payroll Accountant

BOOKKEEPING

•    Enter and categorize all transactions in QuickBooks weekly

•    Record customer payments and apply to open invoices

•    Monitor accounts receivable and follow up directly with customers on outstanding balances

•    Review and pay approved vendor invoices in a timely manner

•    Reconcile bank accounts and credit card monthly

•    Issue 1099s to qualifying contractors at year-end

PAYROLL

•    Process payroll for 40 employees accurately and on time each pay period

•    Apply all deductions correctly — taxes, benefits, garnishments, and 401(k) contributions

•    Ensure 401(k) deferrals are remitted to the plan provider on time each pay period

•    Remit federal and state payroll tax deposits on schedule

•    Handle new hire setup and termination processing

•    Issue W-2s and file W-3 at year-end

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

•    Hands-on QuickBooks experience — this is required, not preferred

•    Prior bookkeeping and payroll experience in a small business setting

•    Comfortable communicating professionally with customers regarding outstanding invoices

•    Experience processing 401(k) payroll deductions and remittances is a strong plus

•    Someone who understands payroll tax deposit schedules and filing deadlines and takes them seriously

•    Organized, self-directed, and communicates proactively — we should not have to chase you for updates

•    Must be located in the Phoenix, AZ area and able to come on-site once or twice a month

•    Manufacturing or job shop experience is a plus but not required

•    Accounting degree is a plus but we care more about what you can actually do

****May be required to come into office once or twice a month****