Division Payroll Accountant

Description

• This role does not supervise employees
• Research and resolve straightforward accounting discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner. Elevate more complex issues for resolution
• Respond to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely manner. Provide individual instruction as needed to ensure users understand processes related to their financial transactions
• Works under direct supervision, Makes decisions within defined guidelines
• Follow appropriate policies and procedures to assure that Southland maintains compliance with all state and federal laws as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Conduct regular account reconciliation for assigned area to assure accuracy of records
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of assigned financial transactions which may include accounts payable, or accounts receivable

Requirements

• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• 3-5 years of accounting experience preferred
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with intermediate to expert level ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc. required
• Able to analyze and resolve basic issues
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience preferred
• Cross-trains in other areas to broaden knowledge of Southland accounting and financial processes and systems
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Able to remain flexible in a rapidly changing environment
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure

Benefits

• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Paid parental leave
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Disability income protection insurance
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Wellness benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance