Payroll & AP Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Position is responsible for processing and reconciling accounts payable, entering invoices, check printing, preparing and submitting bi-weekly payroll, generating reports and maintaining vendor files.

Position is the initial point of contact for employees with accounts payable and payroll related questions. Demonstrates initiative and the ability make independent decisions and maintain a high degree of accuracy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviewing and coding approved invoices, expense reports, check requisitions and credit card purchases.
• Reconciling vendor statements and assuring accounts are current.
• Preparing weekly accounts payable check runs, processing EFT’s including credit card payments.
• Maintaining vendor files.
• Updating and maintaining employee payroll records.
• Reviewing all time cards for the payroll period after Manager has approved, verifying hours worked, paid time off and overtime.
• Approving payroll for submission and processing. Verifying funds are in the operating account for payroll and payroll taxes.
• Transmitting payroll file on a timely basis.
• Reviewing quarterly tax reports
• Processing new hires, status changes, garnishment orders, manual checks, disability and unemployment audits, etc.
• Partnering with the HR team to ensure payroll data flows seamlessly between HR and Payroll and ensure changes are implemented correctly across pay and time attendance systems.
• Applying knowledge of both local and state tax regulations, wage and hour laws to ensure compliance.
• Processing correct garnishment calculations and compliance.
• Acting as system administrator and troubleshooting system access issues for employees.
• Maintaining payroll records and following established Company policies to ensure compliance with internal control protocols including benefit accrual (paid time off, sick time) etc.
• Responding to employee and manager inquiries and requests regarding payroll matters, timely, professionally and concisely.
• Providing management with reports necessary to review purchases, payroll and the administration of salaries
• Supporting month end close by providing reports and explanations as needed.
• Preparing year end 1099 timely, review W-2’s processed by Payroll Company for accuracy.
• Preparing documents for audits.
• Performing compliances for unclaimed property checks
• Special projects and other duties as assigned, including system implementations.

Requirements :

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED :