Accounts Payable and Payroll Clerk

Description

At the Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus, we believe in kid-powered learning. We work hard every day to create extraordinary experiences that champion the wonder and joy of childhood. To accomplish this mission, we bring together a dynamic team of talented individuals whose passions range from exhibit design to the culinary arts, from developing engaging educational programs to offering only the best in customer service. If you like to work hard and play hard, we want to hear from you! We offer competitive wages and a supportive, rewarding, and FUN work environment.

The Children’s Museum has an opening for an Accounts Payable and Payroll Clerk, who is responsible for full-cycle accounts payable, processing payroll, and assisting with the month-end close process. This role reports to the Controller.
 

Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week – Monday through Friday required

Rate: $26 - $29/hour

Benefits:  A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage. Paid time-off for vacation, sick days and four holidays. 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligibility to contribute after a 3-month waiting period (must be 21 years of age). Employee Assistance Program, and flexible spending account. Free parking, free family membership to the Museum, discount to the Museum Gift Shop and Café.

Responsibilities:

• Perform data entry functions and daily updates of the general ledger
• Weekly processing of accounts payable checks
• Review vendor invoices and all employees’ expense reports for compliance with organization’s guidelines
• Reconciliation of accounts payable report with vendors and respond to vendor payment inquires 
• Maintain accounts payable documentation including filing vendor invoices, receipts, and payment confirmations
• Semi-monthly preparation of payroll including updating employee benefits
• Assist with month end closing processes including subledger reconciliation and adjusting journal entries to ensure accurate financial information
• Monthly sales tax reporting and payment of employee benefits
• Monthly updating of schedules
• Fixed asset records management
• Serve as back up to accounts receivable as needed
• Assist with annual financial audit, budgeting and grant reports
• Assist with creating and implementing new processes
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

· Strong commitment to diversity, equity, access and inclusion and to the Museum’s mission, vision and values

· Knowledge of basic internal controls and commitment to the importance of accounting standards and controls

· Attention to detail and accuracy

· Professionally handle information of a complex and confidential nature

· Excellent administrative skills, high motivation and a proven ability to produce results in a deadline-oriented environment

· Work in a team environment along with the ability to handle projects independently when required

· High proficiency in Excel

· Experience with grant reporting and fund accounting 

· Experience with accounting software such as Financial Edge, NetSuite or QuickBooks

Physical Requirements:

· Use of office equipment and computers

· Ability to remain in a seated position

Work Environment:

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry small parcels and other items and walk short distances.

Application Process: Please submit a cover letter and resume by April 28, 2025 at 5:00pm

Salary : $26 - $29