Under the direction of the Controller, the Staff Accountant works in tandem with the Payroll Specialist to produce the agency’s semi-monthly payroll using ADP WorkForce Now, including production of paychecks and accompanying reports and journal entries, liaison to staff, management and ADP regarding payroll questions and information, processes and procedures regarding payroll related activity and the security of employee and personnel information, tracks and pays monthly union dues and workers compensation. Additionally, the Staff Accountant performs a variety of general accounting functions for multiple corporations which may include: accurate, timely and complete computerized data entry/posting of accounts payable/journal entries/revenue into accounting system; reconciliations, tracking and reporting required information. Provide back up and support to the accounting team as needed.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Assist in completing the semi-monthly payroll process according to Encompass payroll procedures.
-Maintain relationship with ADP customer service to provide the agency with best practices for payroll and payroll reporting to management and staff.
-Maintain accurate employee data in the ADP portal and process all new and separating employees.
-Provide monthly overtime reports to directors.
-Post and track per component State Unemployment Insurance costs for each pay period.
-Provide support and respond to payroll questions and perform research and reconciliation projects as needed.
-Assist with a variety of duties which may include data entry, mailing, form maintenance and distribution, tracking spreadsheets, report printing and distribution, filing and storage.
-Provide support and respond to financial questions, research or projects as needed by management, liaisons and auditors.
-Documentation of processes and procedures of accounting functions.
-Responsible for effective participation in continuous improvement of operations.
-Provide back up and support to the accounting department as needed.
-Participate in Accounting Team and/or combined meetings with Analysts.
-Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-2+ years accounting experience
-2+ years in payroll
-Experience with ADP preferred
-BA degree in finance or accounting or equivalent experience
-Knowledge of accounting principles
-Self-motivated, hard-working team player with positive attitude
-Demonstrated proficiency in Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office Products
-Accounting software experience required
-Strong verbal and written communication skills
-Very well-organized and strong attention to detail
-Maintain confidentiality in daily operations and conduct business in professional manner.
Wages & Benefits:
Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive medical and dental insurance plan for full time employees, 403(b) retirement plan, paid holiday, sick time, and 17 days of paid vacation, pro-rated for positions less than 40 hours a week.
Encompass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. We are committed to excellence through diversity and strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all clients and employees.
Our programs recognize the value of racial, ethnic, cultural and linguistic diversity and strive toward a culture of trauma-informed practice, with the overarching goal of ensuring that all services promote healing, and integrate the values and standards of providing culturally and linguistically appropriate services.
If you require assistance applying on-line, we have computer terminals available at our 380 Encinal Street Suite 200 office in Santa Cruz, Tel: 831-469-1700, and at our 225 Westridge Drive location in Watsonville, Tel: 831-724-3885. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment.
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