Accounting Specialist

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Through hope & healing, Sinnissippi Centers strives to empower all to live their best lives.

Sinnissippi Centers is looking for an Accounting/Payroll Specialist. This position would be responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations for 4 specialty corporations that are funded by federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grants. This position works closely with other members of the business office, residential managers, and other members of the leadership team to support the organization's financial objectives. This position is also responsible for payroll processing for Sinnissippi's 300 employees.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred, but candidates with relevant experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of payroll principles, tax regulations, and labor laws.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Prior experience with HUD funding is beneficial.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software, payroll software, and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of financial and accounting regulations and standards.
• Problem-solving skills and resourceful thinking.
• Strong time management skills and able to manage a variety of tasks at one time.

Objectives:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records by recording transactions, verifying and reconciling entries, and ensuring the integrity of financial data.
• Accurately processing payroll via the payroll system. Ensure timely and accurate distribution of paychecks or direct deposits.
• Process accounts payable transactions, including vendor payments.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring that all accounts are in balance and accurately reflect the financial status of the company.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of cash balances and identify discrepancies.
• Monitor and categorize expenses, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Collaborate in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts by providing historical financial data and analysis.
• Assist in analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and providing insights to management for decision-making.
• Assist in preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Issues year end vendor 1099's. Calculate and withhold taxes, as well as other deductions, according to federal, state, and local regulations. Prepare and submit payroll tax reports, including W-2s and 1099s, to relevant government agencies.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Stay informed about changes in financial regulations and accounting standards to ensure the company's compliance. Stay current with labor laws, tax codes, and regulations to ensure compliance in payroll processing. Generate and analyze payroll reports for management and accounting purposes.

Salary: $43,781 - $45,970

Sinnissippi Centers offers a competitive benefits package and healthcare plan.

• Health, Dental, Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Agency-provided Life insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) Retirement plan with 50% - employer match

Equal Employment Opportunity

YOU are welcome here. At Sinnissippi Centers, we understand that each person is unique and rooted in their individual culture. Using evidence-based practices, our approach of trauma-informed care creates a safe place where people are seen, heard, valued, empowered to succeed, and can proudly see themselves-as consumers, as staff, and as community members.