Payroll Specialist/Accounting Support

Payroll Specialist/Accounting Support

Background

The Athletic Club of Columbus (ACC) In Columbus, Ohio, is an icon. Established in 1912 by a group of business professionals interested in promoting social and athletic endeavors, the ACC remains an integral part of the Columbus business and political communities. The Club is rich in history and tradition and operates with an eye toward the future and an openness to change, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. The ACC is a haven for ~1,400 members and their families.

Position Summary

This individual will report directly to the Controller and is responsible for processing biweekly payroll for a workforce of ~125 employees in a private club. The position includes assisting the Controller with accounting functions, and ensuring the accuracy of financial statements.

Competencies

• Interpersonal Skills: Understands, relates, and gets along with members, employees, and others.
• Enforcing Laws, Rules, & Regulations: Enforces laws, rules, and regulations and initiates enforcement actions in a way that the public perceives as fair, objective, and reasonable.
• Accountability & Dependability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work while achieving results with little oversight.
• HR Information Systems and Technology Acumen: Must be able to select, implement, and deploy HRIS technology for the organization and provide training to the workforce.
• Financial and Operational Acumen: Makes informed decisions to optimize performance and achieve strategic goals. Be able to analyze financial statements, understand how operational processes impact the bottom line, and use this combined knowledge to drive effective decision-making.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintenance of payroll and employee records.
• Compliance with and extensive knowledge of local and federal employment and tax regulations.
• Maintaining payroll information by collating, calculating and entering data.
• Updating payroll records by entering any changes to employee information or benefits such as job title changes, exemptions and deductions.
• Preparing reports that include summaries of earnings, tax deductions, leave, and non-taxable wages.
• Overseeing and managing payroll HRIS (3rd party). Verifying payroll liabilities, employee taxes, federal and state income and social security tax, and benefit programs.
• Resolving payroll discrepancies and answering any employee payroll queries.
• Maintaining all payroll operations according to company policies and procedures.
• Overseeing and verifying HRIS process for issuing W-2 and 1095 forms to employees.
• Assisting executive management in the annual review, preparation, and administration of the club's wage, salary, and benefit programs.
• Managing benefit programs with employees, including enrollment assisting employees with questions and issues.
• Administering and maintaining a handbook, policies, and procedures for club employees in accordance with business protocols, operations, and club governance.
• Managing HRIS technologies and systems to automate HR systems processes, increasing operational efficiency and improving visibility and access for employees and leaders.
• Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations.

• Process Accounts Payable
• Administer credit card billing
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Controller.

Requirements

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and ordinances.
• Proven experience (1-3 years) in accounting or finance roles, preferably in hospitality or private club industry.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently as well as part of a team.

Preferred Years of Experience

• Associate or Bachelors' Degree Preferred
• Experience (1-3 years) in payroll and accounting or finance roles, preferably in hospitality or private club industry.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including competitive health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Professional development opportunities and career advancement within the organization.
• A vibrant and collaborative work environment in a prestigious private club setting.
• Daily meals.
• Free downtown parking and transportation assistance.
• Vacation/Sick Pay/Holiday Pay/Personal Time Off.
• 401k with company match.

Salary & Schedule

FSLA Status: Exempt

Schedule Expectations: Monday through Friday, full time.

The Athletic Club of Columbus is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.