Accounting Specialist - Payroll - St. Paul, MN, MSS, MN, US

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for the complete and accurate processing of agency payroll. The ability to maintain confidentiality and attention to detail is essential for this position. This person is also responsible for processing of accounts payable invoices and payments. The ability to maintain and reconcile a wide variety of accounts will be essential to this position. The Specialist will provide excellent customer service while responding to request for wage, payroll, and other information from employees, as well as external entities.

Key responsibilities include:

• All aspects of payroll processing from timecard review to payroll submittal via the third party payroll processor.
• In coordination with payroll vendor, make timely deposits for employee benefits such as 401k, Health Savings Accounts, and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Review and process accounts payable invoices and prepare checks (at minimum) weekly.
• Reconciliation of all payroll related general ledger accounts.
• Prepare payroll related audit schedules for annual audits as directed, to include financial audit, 401k audit, and DEED audit.
• Prepare and file 1099 forms for all accounts that meet the criteria.
• Work collaboratively with the Accounting Supervisor and other staff to assist with the month-end process.
• Prepare and process bank deposits.