Payroll Accountant

Location: Middletown, NY Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour Hours: Full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (40 hours per week). OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:   Efficiently handle all payroll transactions using multiple systems including Dayforce, eVero, and other integration systems.   PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Communicate effectively, openly and honestly, with staff and leaders on a consistent basis Responsible to create and design useful spreadsheets and databases independently Performs account reconciliations for payroll liability accounts on a monthly and yearly basis Ensures payroll taxes are paid timely Completes external audit work as assigned and assists with internal audit functions Preparation of recurring and adjusting journal entries within areas of responsibility Support corporate financial statement preparation and complete subsidiary financials Ensure statements balance and revenues and expenses appear appropriate Complete necessary financial ratios and assist with year-end projections Use intermediate computer skills which include knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, and database software Perform other duties as assigned   ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:  Assignments may be determined at a future date   QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: Strong communication skills Previous non-profit experience preferred The ability to identify trends to effectively create solutions and streamline processes Excellent computer skills, including expert knowledge of Excel, Word, and database software for file maintenance, Ceridian Dayforce experience preferred Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is a plus   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or Associates degree in Accounting or Business, with 2 years of accounting/payroll experience, or 5 year's payroll experience   PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each case. Must be capable to sit or stand in front of a computer for long-periods of time Able to work in open space floor plan Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet Must be able to move in tight spaces Occasional lifting of > _25+ pounds