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Accion

Payroll Specialist, Finance

Accion, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Payroll Specialist, FinanceJob ID:

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Washington, DCAbout Accion:Accion is a global nonprofit on a mission to create a fair and inclusive economy for the nearly two billion people who are failed by the global financial system. We develop and scale responsible digital financial solutions for small business owners, smallholder farmers, and women, so they can make informed decisions and improve their lives. Through targeted investment strategies, advisory solutions, and expert thought leadership, we work with local partners to develop and scale cheaper, more accessible, and customer-friendly financial solutions. Since 1961, Accion has helped build 267 financial service providers serving low-income clients in 75 countries, reaching 440 million people. More at

https://www.accion.org .Position Summary:Responsible for payroll and payroll accounting work for U.S. based and international contract staff. This position will also be a key member of the Finance team. Responsibilities include providing backup and assistance to other Finance team members as required. Performs the full range of payroll and accounting duties as noted below. This position will report to the Payroll Manager.The person in this role will be based in Washington, D.C. (hybrid model).Position Responsibilities:Finance Support:Support overall payroll processing cycle to be able to process the payroll independently, primarily as a backup to the payroll manager.Assists in preparing payroll reports as required for local, state and federal agencies.Assists in maintaining current procedures for payroll, payroll tax, and payroll reporting.Supports Accounting with reconciliations of all payroll related accounts, including reconciling variances in the Job Cost Variance GL.Download and upload ADP General Ledger Interface (GLI) files into the financial system. Enter payroll and pertinent benefit general ledger entries into financial system for US and international employees.Submits payments for 403b and 401k retirement plan contributions and FSA contributions. Review employee and employer contributions to ensure accuracy before submission.Supports preparation of audit reports for external audit, retirement plan audit and workman's comp audit, and other audits as required.Provides support to staff on payroll questions by researching and interpreting data.Support Payroll Manager with 990 compensation schedules.Ad hoc tasks or projects assigned by Payroll Manager, CFO or Deputy CFO/Controller.Position Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; or equivalent years of experience.5 years of relevant work experience.Working knowledge of payroll and benefit accounting.Comprehensive understanding of state and federal employment laws pertinent to key areas of responsibility.Proficiency in ADP (Workforce Now and Comprehensive Services) or comparable payroll software platforms.Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point).Excellent customer service skills.Proficiency in Netsuite a plus.Spanish proficiency also a plus.Ability to operate self-sufficiently with minimal guidance and direction from others.Excellent at multi-tasking with a positive, can-do attitude.Ability to maintain confidential information.Interested in our mission.Willingness to embody our values of excellence, respect, and passion for social change.Compensation and Benefits:Salary Range: $56K to $75KThe above salary range serves as a general guideline. Accion considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, training, skills, location, current market conditions as well as internal pay alignment.Accion provides a total compensation package, including base salary, discretionary merit-based bonus, and a variety of benefits including health insurance (90% employer funded), life and disability insurance, retirement plans (up to 7.5% employer match), paid holidays and paid time-off for vacation plus personal days as well as sick days.Accion is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Accion seeks qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, or any other basis protected by law. Accion is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

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