What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Accountant position at Southern Air?
Be part of a growing employee-owned company that has been around for over 75 years!
Southern Air, Inc., is a company dedicated to employee growth and excellent customer service. We have branch locations throughout the Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina regions. This opportunity is located in Lynchburg, VA.
Job Description: IT Accountant
Southern Air, Inc., an industry leading company headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia with multi-state operations is seeking a seasoned professional to fill the role of IT Accountant. This key position reports to the Director of Finance and has growth and advancement potential, offering opportunities for professional development and increased responsibility over time. This position plays a vital role in supporting both individual employees and the organization's broader objectives by ensuring efficient and accurate payroll and benefits administration.
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of two years of experience in general accounting duties – certification is desired but not required. The role requires basic accounting knowledge, proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (especially excel), problem solving skills, confidentiality, attention to detail, meeting deadlines, organization, the ability to work in a team-oriented environment, and a desire to help others.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Primary responsibility for:
- Electronic maintenance of confidential records, including required documentation to employees
- Online remittance of taxes/benefit contributions including assisting with processing quarterly and year end payroll tax reports and W-2s
- Interacting with benefit vendors
- Navigating different vendor websites (including internal) for data extraction and manipulation
- Problem solving with current computer systems as they arise
- Assisting Director of Finance with various annual projects including but not limited to Insurance renewals, retirement plan administration/audits, etc.
- Assist in oversight and management of the company Human Resources Information System (HRIS) including verifying current data and creating new data exports as needed.
- Filing or assist in filing required reports and surveys (CMS, SAR, ACA, Vets 4212, 5500, EEOC filings)
- Backup for salary payroll processing
The company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being and professional growth. The Company benefits include an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. These offerings reflect the company's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent in the industry.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin or disability, or protected veteran status.
Visit our website to learn more about Southern Air, Inc. www.southern-air.com
