Accounting / HR Specialist

Latitude•Chester, MD

4d•$60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The HR / Accounting Specialist provides administrative and operational support across both Human Resources and Accounting functions. This role assists with payroll, benefits administration, employee records, onboarding, and general accounting tasks such as accounts payable, expense processing, and financial recordkeeping. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to maintain confidentiality while supporting multiple departments. #LAT

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in HR, accounting, or a combined administrative role.
Experience with payroll processing and benefits administration preferred.
Experience with accounts payable/receivable or general accounting tasks.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting/HRIS systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding, including preparing paperwork and maintaining personnel files.
Maintain and update HRIS and employee records ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and employee inquiries.
Assist with payroll processing and coordinate with accounting for accurate wage and tax reporting.
Track paid time off (PTO), leave requests, and attendance records.
Support recruitment activities such as posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and candidate communications.
Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
Assist with employee engagement initiatives and HR projects.
Process accounts payable (AP) including invoice review, coding, and payment preparation.
Assist with accounts receivable (AR) tasks such as invoicing and payment tracking.
Support payroll reconciliation and payroll-related journal entries.
Maintain financial records and assist with month-end closing activities.
Reconcile credit card statements and employee expense reports.
Assist with budget tracking and financial reporting as requested.
Maintain accurate documentation and support audit preparation.