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Step Up For Students · 17 hours ago

Staff Accountant, Payroll

Jacksonville, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Step Up For Students is an organization dedicated to empowering families to find suitable educational options for their children. They are looking for a Staff Accountant specializing in Payroll to manage payroll processing, maintain records, and ensure compliance with regulations. This role involves collaboration with HR and finance teams and requires attention to detail and organizational skills.

AssociationEducationNon Profit

Hiring Manager

Julie Hickox, CTR

Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly payroll for employees in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Maintain and update payroll records including new hires, terminations, changes in pay, and benefits deductions

Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare journal entries for payroll-related transactions

Assist with year-end processes including W-2 preparation and distribution

Assist Controller and Corporate Accounting with annual audit and 990 tax return filing

Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and resolve discrepancies

Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements

Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate employee data and reporting

Prepare payroll reports for management and external stakeholders as needed

Assist with special projects as requested by management

Qualification

Payroll processingPayroll software proficiencyMicrosoft ExcelUnderstanding payroll lawsMulti-state payroll experienceOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailIntegrityWork ethic

Required

3 plus years of experience in payroll processing or accounting

Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel

Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Experience with multi-state payroll

Demonstrated success and a proven track record in professional/life experience in specific job functions, projects, or industries, and military service can substitute for the formal education requirements

Must have excellent problem-solving skills/judgment skills and high level of attention to detail and accuracy

Must have excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office and payroll software systems

Must be able to use standard office equipment

Must have high integrity, strong work ethic and be able to maintain confidentiality

Ability to take direction and follow through with assignments with little or no supervision

Valid driver license with proof of insurance

Must be able to lift up to fifteen (15) pounds

Frequent use of office machines to include telephone, computer, and printer