Way Finders · 1 month ago
Accounting & Payroll Clerk
Springfield, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$21.50/hr - $24.75/hr
2+ years expWay Finders is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the stability and economic mobility of families and individuals. They are seeking an Accounting and Payroll Clerk to assist with cash management and payroll processing while providing support to the Accounting and Payroll Specialist.
EmploymentHomeless ShelterNon ProfitReal EstateSocial Impact
Responsibilities
Assist with cash management activity for assigned departments/programs within the organization, including subsidiaries; act as backup cash activity manager for departments/programs and subsidiaries
Complete accurate and timely processing of payroll transactions including wages, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions, in collaboration with Human Resources
Coordinate and complete payroll functions and related activities in a timely and accurate manner, in collaboration with Human Resources, including required reporting and non-scheduled payrolls
Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws, and best practices
Provide records and documentation to auditors as requested
Manage assigned accounts payable (A/P) functions, including invoice and voucher payments, pre-entry purchase reviews, reconciling variances, providing coding guidance to staff, new vendor setup, customer service liaising, and providing backup as the A/P platform administrator and trainer
Develop, prepare, maintain, and regularly reconcile accounting schedules/spreadsheets in support of general ledger (GL) amounts; prepare and post journal entries into the GL as assigned; proactively analyze GL activity and adjust as necessary
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes; assist with 1099 processes and distribution; prepare ad hoc reporting as needed
Maintain petty cash fund, including accounting for all funds used and timely replenishment
Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with staff (including across departments) to achieve goals
Proactively identify and inform leadership of any significant issues that may adversely affect the department and/or organization
Remain current on general accounting principles
Qualification
Required
2 years' equivalent experience in an accounting or related role; a combination of experience plus an Associate degree may be a substitute
Demonstrated ability with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and payroll processing software applications, and comfort learning new technologies
Working knowledge of automated accounting systems and database management, including the ability to generate reports
Ability to assess priorities, organize, and operate in a flexible manner while retaining a high level of attention-to-detail
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team, with the capacity to communicate effectively with diverse individuals
Preferred
Preference for professional experience in a nonprofit setting
Preference for payroll processing experience
Benefits
20 days of accrued paid time-off in year one
15+ holidays annually
Health, dental, and vision insurance options FROM DAY ONE
Educational assistance
Medical Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Account
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Annual staff picnic!
Company
Way Finders
Way Finders is a nonprofit developer .
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$25.03MKey Investors
Government of United States of AmericaMassachusetts Housing Investment Corporation
2024-03-27Grant· $0.03M
2020-06-11Grant· $2M
2019-10-02Series Unknown· $23M
Leadership Team
Keith Fairey
President and CEO
Recent News
2024-05-23
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