Payroll and Accounting Specialist Position Available In Hancock, Mississippi

Payroll and Accounting Specialist Bay Waveland Housing Authority Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520 Summary The primary purpose of this position is to lead payroll operations and financial records with accuracy and efficiency. This role will ensure compliance with Authority policies and government regulations while overseeing payroll processing, financial transactions, and general accounting duties. All activities must support the Bay Waveland Housing Authority (“BWHA” or “Authority”) mission, strategic goals, and objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed. Processes payroll accurately and on schedule, ensuring compliance with labor laws and tax regulations. Maintains financial records, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, and financial statements. Ensures timely tax filings, including payroll tax, income tax, and other mandatory deductions. Reconciles payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies. Administers employee benefits related to payroll, such as bonuses, deductions, and reimbursements. Supports budget planning and financial forecasting, prepares and analyzes reports to support decision making. Assists in internal and external audits. Remains up-to-date with regulatory changes affecting payroll and accounting practices. Records all activity related to payroll in the general ledger; prepares journal entries and performs month end balance sheet reconciliations Performs month end general ledger reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts Prepares journal entries as needed, including expense reclassifications, depreciation, monthly fees, interest accruals, etc. Analyzes monthly financial statements for completeness and accuracy Reconciles tenant security deposit/interest with cash and prepare transfer requests for approval and processing Other related duties as assigned. Behavioral Competencies This position requires the incumbent to exhibit the following behavioral skills:

Job Knowledge:

Exhibits requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the position effectively. Demonstrates knowledge of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, operational entities, requirements, and activities as they apply to the assigned organizational entity of the Authority. Uses appropriate judgment & decision making in accordance with level of responsibility.

Commitment:

Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.

Customer Service:

Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind. Recognizes work colleagues as customers.

Effective Communication:

Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing. Demonstrates attention to, and conveys understanding of, the comments and questions of others; listens effectively.

Responsiveness and Accountability:

Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness; holds oneself personally responsible for one’s own work; does fair share of work.

Teamwork:

Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and least three (3) years of payroll and general bookkeeping experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Authority’s plan. Technical Skills To perform this job successfully, the employee should have strong computer skills (e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Must have the ability to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. Daily movements include sitting; standing; reaching and grasping; operating computers and other office equipment; moving about the office; and attending onsite and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to exchange information in person, in writing, and via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 25 pounds. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Office environment. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$35,000.00 – $43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person