As a member of the Finance team, the Payroll and Collections Specialist processes bi-weekly payroll and facilitates collection of delinquent accounts.  

Responsibilities:

Payroll

• Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, and other information.
• Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions.
• Reconciles payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
• Issues, or reissues, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
• Records and processes federal and state payroll tax deposits.
• Process bi-monthly ACH payments.

Collections

• Requests and pursues payment on delinquent accounts via communication with account holder.
• Follows established guidelines to review and update account status.
• Maintains log of payment promises and pertinent account details; schedules follow-up communication with account holder. 
• Monitors accounts receivable and cash receipt reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills:  

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll software.
• Understanding of federal, state and local payroll regulations.
• Ability to communicate with account holders in a courteous manner.
• Ability to learn other accounting functions to facilitate cross-training. 

Qualifications:

• Associates degree from the accredited college.
• Four (4) years of experience in accounting, accounts receivable, or bookkeeping with at least two (2) years of experience in payroll preferred.

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