Accounting Specialist

Accounting SpecialistUnder the supervision of the Accounting Manager, the Accounting Specialist applies bookkeeping principles to the maintenance of the accounting records:Print review W-2's at year endReconcile fringe benefits monthlyUpdates Payroll information on annual budget sheetsVerify records on PTO accumulation on a monthly basisReceive and review time and attendance reports. Verify accuracy of the computation and ensure proper approval by supervisors on a biweekly basis.Address issues and questions regarding payroll from employeesPrepare payrolls, including payroll journal, monthly & quarterly reportsCompile all payroll and fringe benefits information for reimbursementsReview all new employees' information and check to see if it was entered correctly into our payroll systemCreate AP Voucher for all employee reimbursements and deductionsCreate API and enter health, dental, life and 401K into the accounting softwarePrepares memorandums to communicate garnishment deductions to HR and responds to appropriate garnishment authorityThe Accounting Specialist will perform the other Accounting duties when staff are unavailable.Update Standard Operating Procedure as neededAdministration has the authority to assign additional duties as seen fit for the benefits of the organizationQualificationsAA/AS in Accounting or related field may apply with accounting experience.Experience in a professional office environment.Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).Must be able to effectively communicate information and ideas both orally and in writing.Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices.Ability to sit for extended periods of timeSalary: See the most recent salary schedule.FLSA Status: Non-ExemptMonday through Friday 40 hours per week