Payroll and Accounting Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alaska, +9 more states.

📋 Description

• Support the CFO with various payroll and accounting functions.

• Collaborate with HR and Accounting to facilitate payroll processing.

• Submit payroll to the PEO/payroll service provider.

• Respond to employee inquiries concerning payroll matters.

• Keep track of PTO using spreadsheets.

• Monitor raises and cumulative hours for CSPs.

• Manage full-time status tracking for ACA compliance and benefits.

• Oversee annual benefit renewal processes.

• Track CSP login time and minutes spent in conversations.

• Update and improve the payroll and/or PEO portal.

• Create programs to inform employees about available benefits.

• Collaborate with the PEO/payroll provider to discuss available benefits.

• Assess benefits in preparation for annual renewals.

• Assist the HR and Culture Specialist with initiatives to enhance corporate culture.

• Investigate social events, recognition programs, charity involvement, and health/life/work enhancement initiatives.

• Partner with the culture committee to design cultural programs.

• Research and document tax issues related to state Nexus and potential sales and/or income tax implications of hiring employees in other states.

• Create and manage departmental documents, including the Employee Handbook, Operations manuals, policies, procedures, and KB articles.

• Attend Human Resource and Culture seminars to explore current trends.

• Assist with approved HR and Accounting projects.

• Support retention directives, standards, and communications.

• Maintain knowledge of company, industry, and team functions.

• Engage in meetings, workshops, and opportunities for career development.

• Build and sustain a professional network through LinkedIn, NAEO, ATSI, and other resources.

• Perform additional tasks as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Maintain a standard 40-hour work week from Monday to Friday, between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern Time.

• At least 2 years of experience in payroll processing and accounts payable, or 1 year of related work experience combined with a degree in Accounting.

• Strong grasp of payroll processing.

• Solid understanding of benefits administration.

• Exceptional problem-solving capabilities.

• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively in a Zoom setting.

• Fully remote work arrangement using a secure home office.

• Must be authorized to work in the US.

• Must reside in Alaska, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Montana, Nevada, North Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, or Wyoming.

• Positive work attitude and strong work ethic.

• Ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer.

• Must upload a current resume and complete a job skills assessment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• 401k plan.

• Bonus based on company revenue.

• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization.

• Career development resources.

• Participation in social events, recognition programs, charitable activities, and health/life/work enhancement initiatives.

• Discounted tickets and other potential additional benefits.