What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Robert Half?
Open to Full Charge Bookkeeper profiles. Payroll experience is a MUST.
GREAT benefits and time off.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Staff Accountant/Payroll Specialist supports the delivery of services provided by the Business Office including payroll, benefit administration, human resource support, bookkeeping and regulatory compliance.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Process payroll, benefit administration, basic accounting and clerical functions to support The Chief Financial & Operating Officer.
- Process Payroll
- Create new hire files and maintain existing employee files
- Perform payroll related accounting and reconciliation
- Disseminate HR information to employees
- Assist with employee benefit open enrollment elections
- Process employee benefit election changes throughout the year
- Filing and record retention
- Reconcile benefits invoices – ensure proper billing for enrolled employees
- Ensure compliance with ACA, HIPAA, FLSA and other applicable regulations
- Track clearances and employee training
- Track employee time and attendance
- Meet all disclosure/reporting requirements
- Assist with risk management
- Assist with audit preparation and bookkeeping
- Complete surveys
- Assist with the creation and tracking of the operating budget
- Carry out tasks as assigned by the Chief Financial & Operating Officer
REQUIREMENTS
- Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft applications
- Highly organized
- Able to work independently and efficiently manage multiple tasks
- Conscientious, detail-oriented, and analytical
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- At least 3 years of experience in payroll & benefits administration, bookkeeping and/or accounting
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders
