Payroll and Accounting Specialist at Knoxville's Community Development Corporation (KCDC)

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Processing, Data Entry, Bank Reconciliation, Customer Service, Accounting, Invoice Processing, Vendor Management, Tax Preparation, Spreadsheet Preparation, Budget Assistance, Record Maintenance, Audit Support, Cash Reconciliation, Payment Processing, Interbank Transfers, P-Card Processing, Report Preparation

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Payroll Specialist ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed. · Compiles, verifies, and enters payroll data into an automated system. · Processes payroll and updates employee payroll records. · Generates internal payroll reports. · Assists with preparation of journal entries. · Performs bank reconciliations. · Responds to, refers, and/or resolves employee payroll questions as appropriate. · Maintains data ?les and other required documentation. · Calculates taxes and fringe benefits. Prepares federal and state tax reports. · Processes payroll bi-weekly. · Reconciles payroll-related accounts such as benefits payable and accrued leave. · Responds to and escalates audit questions and requests for information as appropriate. · Provides information and assists with budget preparation as assigned. · Prepares various spreadsheets and reports assigned. · Provides excellent service to customers, vendors, and employees. · Provides assistance and guidance to staff as assigned. Accounting Specialist ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed. · Processes invoices and compiles purchasing, receiving, and payment documents. · Prepares disbursement checks and direct deposits. · Works with new vendors to obtain documentation necessary for payment processing. · Responds to and resolves vendor questions; maintains payables records. · Processes interbank and bank to bank transfers and wires. · Assists with P-card processing. · Provides customer service to vendors and employees. · Prepares 1099s. · Enters data and performs electronic processing and ?le maintenance as directed. · Performs various cash and account reconciliations. · Provides assistance to KCDC staff as assigned. · Conducts research, prepares reports, and provides information as assigned and performs other duties as assigned. Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years of experience processing payroll and one (1) year of experience in technical accounting work. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preference may be given to individuals holding or pursuing an Associate’s Degree or higher degree in Accounting. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS · No special requirements at appointment. · Some positions may require possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to be insurable under the Authority’s automobile insurance plan at the standard rate. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. Daily movements include sitting; standing; reaching and grasping; operating computers and other office equipment; moving about the office; and attending onsite and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to exchange information in person, in writing, and via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 25 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Office environment. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Responsibilities

The Payroll and Accounting Specialist is responsible for processing payroll, maintaining employee records, and assisting with accounting tasks such as invoice processing and bank reconciliations. The role requires excellent customer service skills to address payroll and vendor inquiries.