Accounts Payable/Payroll Specialist

Position Summary

Connors Group is seeking to hire an Accounts Payable/Payroll Specialist within our Accounting department. The Accounts Payable/Payroll Specialist will work under the guidance of the Controller and assist with duties related to payroll processing, accounts payable, expenses, and other financial processes as needed.

Duties and responsibilities

• Processes payroll in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintains payroll records, process payroll changes, and handle payroll-related inquiries
• Manages accounts payable functions, including invoice processing, expense coding, vendor management, vendor payments, and expense reimbursements
• Reconciles accounts payable transactions and ensures accuracy in financial reporting
• Assists with payroll tax filings and ensures proper documentation of deductions and benefits
• Ensures confidentiality of financial and employee data
• Supports month-end closing procedures, including account reconciliations and accruals
• Stays up to date on relevant payroll and accounts payable regulations and best practices
• Willingness to take on new challenges and expand responsibilities over time

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance, or similar field; or equivalent education, training, and experience
• 3 or more years of relevant, hands-on accounting experience
• Experience with ADP payroll systems (Workforce Now, Next Gen) preferred
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
• Experience with an expense management tool (Expensify or similar) preferred but not required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently on assigned duties
• Demonstrates an ability to manage a variety of priorities while meeting deadlines
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to new systems, technologies, and processes
  
  

Working conditions

• Must be able to work in a Hybrid environment and will be required to be in the office at least 1 day a week depending on team needs
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift and carry 10 – 15 pounds at times

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the on-going needs of the organization.