Payroll & Accounting Specialist

PSS•New York, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Make a difference in the lives of New York City’s older adults, their families and the community. For over 60 years PSS has performed vital and important work – through its ten senior centers, two apartment buildings and affiliated programs, the agency touches the lives of over 1,000 people a day. As the Payroll & Accounting Specialist for the PSS Finance Department, you will be responsible for completing various administrative and accounting functions for the department. The Payroll & Accounting Specialist role is vital in ensuring that there is efficient and timely completion of these duties to maximize the capacity and impact of each program in the community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting strongly preferred
Excellent Interpersonal and Organizational Skills
Strong computer skills, Excel, Word, Outlook
Knowledge of maintaining files
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Ability to work well independently and on a team.
Detailed oriented.
Maturity and good judgment in relating to peers, partners, and families.
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
Availability, dependability, and willingness to be flexible.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems and think strategically.

Nice To Haves

knowledge of QuickBooks, preferred

Responsibilities

Collect, review, and verify employee timesheets for completeness and accuracy along with supporting documentation
Record hours, PTOs, and payroll deductions in Excel Spreadsheet
Communicate with program staff regarding timesheet discrepancies, errors, or PTO questions
Track and maintain PTO balances for all staff
Ensure proper calculation of wages, overtime, deductions, and tax withholdings are reflected in Excel Payroll spreadsheet
Maintain payroll records in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Allocate benefit-related invoices to appropriate programs or cost centers for employee benefits including: Health insurance, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Short-term and long-term disability, 403(b) Monthly Contributions
Coordinate with HR to ensure accurate employee data and benefit enrollment
Perform monthly credit card reconciliations and ensure proper documentation of expenses
Review and record selected invoices for the organization.
Manage the agency’s FedEx account, including tracking and processing expedited payment shipments
Create and process catering invoices for program-related activities
Assist with general accounting tasks, including PO tracking and documentation
Ensure financial transactions are properly recorded and supported
Work closely with HR to maintain accurate employee records and updates
Ensure adherence to internal controls and organizational policies
Support audits by maintaining organized and accurate payroll and financial documentation