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39 Days of Paid Time Off Annually!!!
Position Summary: The Payroll & Financial Accountant (PFA) is responsible for preparing and processing bi-weekly payroll, as well as various tasks related to financial information systems, accounting and reporting procedures and workflows, and preparation and entry of standard monthly accounting entries.
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare, analyze, and submit all necessary data for biweekly payroll cycles, including, but not limited to:
Reviewing all timecards for accuracy, including collaborating with managers on their completion,
Calculating and processing payroll taxes, deductions, and net pay,
Working in partnership with Human Resources team to ensure accuracy of employee data, payroll information, and appropriate payroll processing,
Preparing journal entries to record payroll expenses on a biweekly basis,
Managing requested payroll projects, as assigned by the Controller and/or CFO,
Facilitating any needed adjustments to pay or deduction codes with payroll vendor,
Monitoring and analyzing expenses as compared to the payroll budget to aid in cost forecasting and future budgeting,
Obtaining and preparing any requested payroll data for the annual 403(b) retirement plan audit,
and preparing any year-end reconciliations required or submitting any necessary government filings, according to established deadlines.
Maintain prepaid expenses schedule, including preparation of monthly journal entries to recognize expenses.
Reconcile all cash account bank statements monthly.
Analyze balance sheet, revenue, and expenses accounts, and prepare monthly account reconciliations.
Accurately prepare assigned audit schedules, in conjunction with the annual audit process.
Analyze and complete 340b drug pricing program projects, as requested by Controller and/or CFO.
Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements with variance analysis, performance indicators, and key metrics.
Assist in the annual preparation of the Uniform data System (UDS), Federal Financial Report (FFR), Medicaid and Medicare cost reports.
Maintain the general ledger in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), as well as all State and Federal requirements including A-133 audit requirements.
Continually analyze processes and workflows to improve efficiency, in collaboration with other finance/accounting staff.
Other duties, as assigned.
Required Skills or Abilities
Effective critical thinking skills and ability to analyze and use data for decision making.
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to establish strong working relationships and to communicate effectively with all staff.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Access, as well as financial/HRIS systems.
39 Days of Paid Time Off Annually!!!
Position Summary: The Payroll & Financial Accountant (PFA) is responsible for preparing and processing bi-weekly payroll, as well as various tasks related to financial information systems, accounting and reporting procedures and workflows, and preparation and entry of standard monthly accounting entries.
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare, analyze, and submit all necessary data for biweekly payroll cycles, including, but not limited to:
Reviewing all timecards for accuracy, including collaborating with managers on their completion,
Calculating and processing payroll taxes, deductions, and net pay,
Working in partnership with Human Resources team to ensure accuracy of employee data, payroll information, and appropriate payroll processing,
Preparing journal entries to record payroll expenses on a biweekly basis,
Managing requested payroll projects, as assigned by the Controller and/or CFO,
Facilitating any needed adjustments to pay or deduction codes with payroll vendor,
Monitoring and analyzing expenses as compared to the payroll budget to aid in cost forecasting and future budgeting,
Obtaining and preparing any requested payroll data for the annual 403(b) retirement plan audit,
and preparing any year-end reconciliations required or submitting any necessary government filings, according to established deadlines.
Maintain prepaid expenses schedule, including preparation of monthly journal entries to recognize expenses.
Reconcile all cash account bank statements monthly.
Analyze balance sheet, revenue, and expenses accounts, and prepare monthly account reconciliations.
Accurately prepare assigned audit schedules, in conjunction with the annual audit process.
Analyze and complete 340b drug pricing program projects, as requested by Controller and/or CFO.
Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements with variance analysis, performance indicators, and key metrics.
Assist in the annual preparation of the Uniform data System (UDS), Federal Financial Report (FFR), Medicaid and Medicare cost reports.
Maintain the general ledger in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), as well as all State and Federal requirements including A-133 audit requirements.
Continually analyze processes and workflows to improve efficiency, in collaboration with other finance/accounting staff.
Other duties, as assigned.
Required Skills or Abilities
Effective critical thinking skills and ability to analyze and use data for decision making.
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to establish strong working relationships and to communicate effectively with all staff.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Access, as well as financial/HRIS systems.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Payroll & Financial Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.