An Accounting Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
The Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting the organization's accounting operations, payroll processing, and assisting with the financial reporting process. This position works closely with management to ensure accounting and payroll activities are completed accurately and timely while assisting with process improvements and special projects as needed. This position supports both departmental and organizational efforts to maintain compliance with accounting and payroll standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements. This is a full-time, in-office salaried position based in our Rancho Cordova office.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - ACCOUNTING
Generate customer invoices and assist with accounts receivable collections. Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on outstanding customer balances. Process accounts payable, including employee expense reimbursements. Perform bank and credit card reconciliations. Ensure the accuracy of the accounting records and the integrity of financial data.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - PAYROLL
Process bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll accurately and timely. Review and verify employee timecards, overtime, leave balances, and payroll adjustments. Ensure compliance with applicable payroll laws and regulations across multiple states. Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies promptly. Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation.
OTHER POTENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(BUT
NOT LIMITED TO
): Assist with month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes. Research and resolve any discrepancies within accounting or payroll activities. Assist in implementing accounting systems, process improvements, and special projects.
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree preferred. 2-5 years of experience in payroll processing preferred. 2-5 years of experience in accounting. Experience with payroll and accounting software (e.g., Paylocity, QuickBooks Desktop or similar systems). Experience with handling confidential and sensitive information. Experience supporting HR or benefits administration preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with employees, vendors, and management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and suggest solutions. Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
WHO WE ARE
Nicholas Pension Consultants specializes in quality 401(k) pension plan administration with local service at a reasonable cost. We are a third party pension administration and consulting firm that does not handle any investments or insurance. Our main office is in Rancho Cordova, CA, and we also have an office in Corona, CA. Our privately held TPA firm has approximately 80 employees with hundreds of years of combined experience and a dedicated ownership team with decades in the industry. We have steadily grown to administer nearly 4,000 retirement plans, which represent over 50,000 participants and over 5 billion in assets. We continue to hire as our client base continues to increase organically. Our growth has resulted in recognition by
INC 5000
as one of the fastest growing companies in America. To accommodate our growth we have purchased and remodeled our office building, including a recreation/exercise room, in order to create a comfortable and permanent home for our staff. We have a positive and focused team of employees and enjoy occasional off-site events and community service projects together. Visit our website and reference the following videos to learn more about our company:
TPA Cycle:
https://nicholaspension.com/tpa-cycle-video/
NPC Staff:
https://nicholaspension.com/npc-staff-video/
NPC Games:
https://nicholaspension.com/npc-games/
BENEFITS:
We offer competitive compensation, bonus program, 401(k) plan with employer contributions, health, vision, life, long-term disability insurance, paid vacation, sick pay, and more.
Salary Range:
$72,000-$80,000 Please note that the above list is not a complete list of duties. Additional duties may be added, as deemed appropriate.
