Accountant

Chimes; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

403(b) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Chimes is seeking a Payroll Accountant in Baltimore, MD to handle end-to-end payroll accounting and related month-end tasks. The role involves posting payroll entries, reconciling accounts, and supporting financial reporting in a nonprofit environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, at least 3 years of accounting experience, and strong Excel skills, with attention to detail and organizational ability to meet multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.
• Nonprofit accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries.
• Review payroll taxes and ensure timely and accurate tax payments.
• Review federal and state payroll tax filings for accuracy and compliance.
• Post payroll activity to the general ledger.
• Reconcile payroll bank accounts and assigned general ledger accounts.
• Prepare payroll accruals and month-end journal entries.
• Assist with month-end close activities and financial reporting.
• Perform payroll-related variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Process state unemployment payments for multiple entities.
• Assist with other accounting and finance projects as needed.

Skills

Payroll accounting

Accounting principles

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Description

Payroll Accountant

Position Location: Baltimore, MD

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 annually

Join the Chimes team and help make an impact through accurate financial stewardship.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries.
• Review payroll taxes and ensure timely and accurate tax payments.
• Review federal and state payroll tax filings for accuracy and compliance.
• Post payroll activity to the general ledger.
• Reconcile payroll bank accounts and assigned general ledger accounts.
• Prepare payroll accruals and month-end journal entries.
• Assist with month-end close activities and financial reporting.
• Perform payroll-related variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Process state unemployment payments for multiple entities.
• Assist with other accounting and finance projects as needed.

What You'll Bring

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.
• Nonprofit accounting experience is preferred.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and payroll accounting.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines, especially during month-end close.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Why Join Chimes?

At Chimes, your work directly supports our mission of creating opportunities and enhancing lives. We value collaboration, integrity, accountability, and professional growth while offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization.

What's in it for you?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Hourly/Salaried =>30 hours/week)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Company Match
• Transportation Subsidy
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Want to learn more? To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at: https://chimes.org/Careers.