Accounting Clerk II/Payroll Specialist

MISSION STATEMENT

We say yes to people seeking help for addiction and mental health issues. We create pathways to recovery and purpose. We provide the right service at the right time, delivered by people with lived experience. We transform behavioral health systems through innovation, creativity and collaboration.

Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Accounting team. This role is critical to ensuring accurate and timely compensation for our valued employees.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations


• Manage payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and direct deposits


• Reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies promptly


• Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and company policies


• Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams on employee changes, benefits, and audits


• Prepare payroll reports for management and external auditors


• Maintain confidentiality of employee compensation data


• Payroll processing duties under the guidance of the CFO to include compilation of all pay types and sources for employees in a spreadsheet that is used for data entry, processing payroll in QBD and entering direct deposit amounts into bank ACH online banking.


• Back-up to receivables, import invoices, apply payments when needed


• Back-up to payables, entering credit card receipts and invoices when needed

REQUISITE SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements


• Proficiency with payroll software (e.g. QuickBooks, BambooHR, etc.)


• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism


• Must be adaptable to taking on more duties as assigned and an ever-changing workload day-to-day


• Ability to develop a strong working knowledge of TNR services, policies, and procedures


• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned


• Upholds all organization and industry standards pertaining to HIPPA, confidentiality, and accounting best practices


• Ability to multi-task


• Regular attendance and punctuality


• General knowledge of mathematics and accounting principles


• Accountable for achievement of metrics and targets associated with position

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred


• Minimum of two years of payroll experience (multi-state experience a plus)


• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification a plus


• Proven accounting clerical, administrative or assistant experience


• Proficiency in Windows based computer programs to include e-mail, internet, and excel spreadsheet and word processing applications


• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures


• Combination of education, experience, and licensure accepted


• Employment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory state and federal background check


• Must be able to pass alcohol and drug screen

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience working with QuickBooks Desktop


• Proficient in MS Office


• Goal and task oriented


• High work ethic and self-initiative


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Strong organizational and planning skills

COMPETENCIES

• Working with others


• Assessing Strengths and needs


• Computer knowledge


• Behaving Professionally and Ethically


• Analytical and problem solving skills


• Attention to detail, accuracy

BENEFITS

• Paid time off accrual each pay period (0-1yr 5hr; 1-5yr 6.5hrs; 5+yrs 8hr)


• ICHRA medical insurance reimbursement


• Vision and Dental insurance 90% company, 10% employee


• Variety of insurance coverages including: Pet Insurance, LegalEASE, Accident, etc to choose from.


• 401(k) first 5% matched, 100% vesting from start of contribution


• Ten paid holidays (New Year’s Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day).

SCHEDULE & WORK LOCATION

• 8-hour shift (9am – 5pm) requires written pre-approval for over time from supervisor


• Monday – Friday


• Work location – in person, Accounting office in Wasilla

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT

The relationship between you and the True North Recovery Inc.  is referred to as "employment at will."  This means that your employment can be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause, with or without notice, by you or the True North Recovery Inc. No representative of True North Recovery Inc.  has authority to enter into any agreement contrary to the foregoing "employment at will" relationship. You understand that your employment is "at will," and that you acknowledge that no oral or written statements or representations regarding your employment can alter your at-will employment status.