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Community Human Services Senior Accountant - Payroll and Benefits in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Senior Accountant- Payroll and Benefits
Job Classification:
Exempt Salary Range: $60K to $65K + benefits
Position Overview
The Senior Accountant-Payroll and Benefits (Senior Accountant) advances the Mission and Values of Community Human Services (CHS or Agency) by building, fostering, and inspiring excellence in the Agency’s ability to:
Serve as the leading resource for homeless support, information, and best practices and protocols in Southwestern PA.
Provide exceptional and compassionate social support services.
Integrate the voice of consumers with program quality initiatives and services.
Collaborate with and act as a resource for other organizations, providers, and professionals locally and nationally.
Embrace and exhibit the highest ethical standards.
Maximize and monitor fiscal and other resources.
Build an environment which is safe, confidential, and welcoming.
Eliminate the devastating impact of stigma through cultural awareness and advocacy.
As part of CHS’ finance team, the Senior Accountant is expected to have a well-rounded knowledge of payroll, benefits, accounting, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The Senior Accountant also supports the CFO, other team members and the business needs of the Agency.
Responsibilities
Process payroll for employees accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Analyze payroll data for discrepancies or errors and take corrective actions, as necessary.
Report Preparation and Reconciliation: Generate detailed payroll reports, including gross-to-net calculations, deductions, garnishments, and reconciliations; ensure all data is verified and aligns with accounting records for proper general ledger posting .
Team Member Support and Inquiries: Address payroll-related questions from team members with professionalism, including benefits and deductions, tax withholdings, and leave queries, ensuring timely resolution.
Audit Compliance and Record Maintenance: Maintain comprehensive payroll records and documentation to ensure compliance and readiness for audits; prioritize data integrity and uphold confidentiality in handling sensitive payroll information.
Year-End Processing and Tax Compliance: Assist with year-end payroll tasks, including preparation and distribution of W-2s and other required tax filings; support compliance with FLSA, wage and hour laws, and other payroll regulations.
Systems Support and Implementation: Participate in payroll system updates, upgrades, and implementations; contribute to process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.
Due to the nature of biweekly payrolls and the related deadlines, will work with the CFO to schedule PTO around the needs of the department.
Position will have flexibility for hybrid schedule; however, expectation is a greater mix in the office to better support team members in person.
Cross training with other finance team members to back up as needed.
Prepare financial statements and regulatory reporting documents.
Manage general ledger and assist month-end and year-end close processes.
Maintain and foster professional relationships within and outside the Agency.
Participate in budgetary meetings with CHS staff as well as with funders as needed.
Assist the CFO in preparing documents and interpreting complicated financial information for managers, executives, and C-Suite executives.
Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the department and Agency.
Organizational Expectations
Seek out up-to-date information about CHS’ programs and services that inform and support our Mission.
Remain current with knowledge of new regulations and best practices by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations.
Embrace and exemplify organizational standards and guiding principles for processes, protocols, and utilization.
Commit to CHS’ promise to sustain and extend diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Contribute to efforts which build and reinforce CHS’ distinctive, effective, and ethical practices.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Through a combination of experience and education, the Senior Accountant will have:
A high school diploma or equivalent, along with a combination of work, education and life experiences as approved by the agency and funder.
5+ years of experience in a payroll and benefits role.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software.
Exceptional knowledge of payroll and benefits, accounting, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations.
Excellent communication skills.
Current PA child abuse, PA criminal history and Federal criminal history clearances, are required within the first 30 days of employment.
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