Senior Accountant

Omaha Tribe of Nebraska • Macy, NE

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for payroll tax, accounting, and payroll processing for the organization within established deadlines. The role also has supervisory duties over other department members. The position prepares payroll tax filings and payments, reconciles payroll accounts and discrepancies, produces financial reports, responds to payroll-related inquiries, and assists with other financial projects assigned by the Chief Financial Officer. Additional duties may be assigned to support the efficient operation of the finance department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business.
• At least 5 years of experience in government fund accounting.
• Experience in payroll and payroll implementation.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to solve problems and think analytically.
• Ability to perform each duty satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with MIP Abila fund accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage workflow to ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately and on time.
• Prepare quarterly and annual federal and state payroll tax reports.
• Transmit Forms 941, 940, 944, and 943 through MIP Abila accounting software.
• Calculate garnishment deductions and process them for payment.
• Set up payroll general ledger journal entries.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Monitor due dates, confirm amounts, and generate electronic tax payments through the Federal EFTPS Batch Filing program.
• Resolve notices from the Internal Revenue Service and Nebraska Department of Revenue.
• Prepare documentation requested for workers' compensation and state audits.
• Prepare monthly departmental financial reports.
• Prepare state withholding tax payment files for transmission every two weeks.
• Respond to payroll-related employee inquiries.
• Prepare W-2s and related year-end reports.
• Assist with additional financial projects assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the finance department.
• Supervise other members of the department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior