Accounting Assistant at New Hampshire Public Defender

Concord, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bookkeeping, Accounting Support, Payroll Processing, Data Entry, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Teams, Paylocity, Accufund, Internal Auditing, Vendor Inquiries, Account Reconciliation, Time Management

Industry

Legal Services

Description

Description The Accounting Assistant provides bookkeeping and accounting support to NH Public Defender in accounts payable and payroll services. This position also serves a critical internal auditing function, ensuring that invoices are accurate, and that established accounting procedures are followed in the payment of goods and services. Key Responsibilities Calculate payroll changes and enter all relevant time and expense report information into payroll HRIS. Review and process bi-weekly payroll. Submission and collection of State of NH 604:A funds. Review all invoices and bills and obtain appropriate documentation prior to payment. Enter data into accounting system. Reconcile accounts, resolve discrepancies, and answer vendor inquiries. Maintain accounts payable reports, spreadsheets, and corporate files. Answer employee inquiries regarding benefit time and payroll. Other duties as required. Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Poise, discretion, and a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive/confidential information. • Proficiency in using a variety of applications, including Microsoft Suite, Outlook, and Teams. • Reliable arithmetic skills, attention to detail in data-entry, and ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines. • Demonstrates a proactive attitude toward problem solving and the needs of the department. • Experience with Paylocity and Accufund is helpful, but not required. Education and Experience • A high school diploma or GED is required. • Associates degree in accounting or a minimum of two years experience in payroll processing, bookkeeping, or accounting. Physical Requirements Physical requirements include retrieving and distributing files, written documents, or office supplies weighing up to 30 pounds; retrieving and replacing objects from shelves up to eight feet high; sitting and keyboarding for extended periods of time. Benefits • Holidays/PTO/Sick Time • State Health and Dental Insurance • Health Insurance Opt-Out Incentive • Vision Insurance • Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance • 403(b) Retirement Account

Responsibilities

The Accounting Assistant provides bookkeeping and accounting support, focusing on accounts payable and payroll services. This role includes reviewing invoices, processing payroll, and maintaining accounts payable reports.