Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for preparing and processing weekly and bi-weekly payroll information for the various business entities, as well as tracking and importing certain employee withholdings or deductions. Additional responsibilities include processing ACH transactions and performing year-end Form 1099 compliance and filings. Someone in this role will need to possess a high level of attention to detail, professionalism, accountability, and confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and processes weekly and bi-weekly payroll information including computation of deductions, compiling and importing of payroll data, and reviewing and analyzing the data for accuracy. 
• Reconciles payroll related general ledger accounts. 
• Performs imports for 401k withholdings with third-party administrator. 
• Performs ACH banking transactions related to HSA withholdings. 
• Prepares and distributes payroll reports to executive management team.
• Prepares certified payroll reports to federal and/or state agencies.
• Works directly with third-party software vendors. 
• Compiles information for external auditor requests pertaining to payroll and related tasks. 
• Assists management with payroll projections in conjunction with the annual budgeting process.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual Sales and Use Tax filings. 
• Maintains compliance for multiple company resale and exemption certificates. 
• Processes and initiates payments to independent contractors via ACH transactions. 
• Performs all duties associated with year-end Form 1099 compliance and filings. 
• Prepares annual personal property tax filings. 
• Works with confidential data, which if disclosed, might have significant internal effect or minor external effect. Maintains a high level of confidentiality. 
• Complies with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations. 
• Performs general office duties, such as filing, answering telephones, and handling routine correspondence, such as responding to employee payroll inquiries.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business or 3-5 years of related accounting experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred applicants have a combination of education and experience. CPA is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills. 
• Possess a high level of professionalism, accountability, and confidentiality.
• Communicate ideas verbally and in writing to influence decision makers and report findings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with great attention to detail. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills; work under pressure and respond with urgency.
• Good strategic planning and organizational skills and experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as QuickBooks and/or other bookkeeping systems. 
• Thorough knowledge of general accounting and the application of general accounting theory, payroll, and tax compliance. 

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match
• Employer-sponsored short-term disability, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional benefits including long-term disability, critical care, and accident insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

WeConnect Global, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment screening process.