Accountant I

St. Louis Science Center; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The St. Louis Science Center is seeking a qualified finance professional to support payroll and accounts payable. You will process bi-weekly payroll for staff, interns and contractors, reconcile benefit invoices, and assist with month-end closing and 1099 processing.

This full-time role requires attention to detail, strong MS Office skills, and ability to work with HR and vendors to ensure accurate, timely payments and compliant financial records.

Qualifications

• Must hold at least an associate-level degree in Accounting or Business.
• Minimum 2 years' experience with payroll software; Paylocity knowledge is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years' experience with accounts payable; Sage Intacct knowledge a plus.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong MS Office skills and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for employees and interns/contractors.
• Reconcile monthly benefit invoices; coordinate with HR.
• Audit payroll register for accuracy before finalization.
• Submit retirement deductions and employer matching information to vendors.
• Manage garnishments via Paylocity; ensure compliance.
• Verify HR-to-payroll data flow.
• Provide payroll employee support and resolve inquiries.
• Interface with payroll approvers to resolve issues.
• Assist Senior Accountant with cash receipts and invoicing as needed.
• Assist in PowerPoint presentations and board reporting.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Integrity

Confidentiality

Organization

Time management

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or Business

Tools

Paylocity

Sage Intacct

Job description

Description

SUMMARY

This position is to support the Finance team with processing payroll and accounts payable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PAYROLL

• Process bi-weekly payroll and payment of interns and contractors
• Assists in the reconciliation of monthly benefit invoices, research issues, and works with Human Resources to correct the issues
• Audit the payroll register to ensure changes were made and payroll is accurate before it is finalized
• Submit employee retirement deductions and employer matching information to 3rd party vendors
• Manage the garnishment process through Paylocity to ensure correct calculations and compliance
• Verify changes that flow from the HR system to payroll system
• Provide customer service to employees with payroll questions
• Interface effectively with payroll approvers in resolving issues
• Demonstrate ability to work independently, requiring minimal supervision

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

• Maintain accounts payable files including the approved vendor list and enter invoices into accounts payable system
• Ensures the internal controls with regards to purchase orders and approval limits are followed
• Assist with the month-end closing process
• Audit and process credit card bills
• Point of contact for department and vendor invoice questions
• Maintain system records to process Form 1099 to payees
• Provide supporting documentation for audits

OTHER DUTIES:

• Assists Senior Accountant with cash receipts and invoicing on an as needed basis
• Assists in the preparation of power point presentations and other board reporting
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• High level of integrity and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a professional manner
• Ability to organize and prioritize challenging demands, and manage time effectively
• Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving ability
• Must be highly detail oriented with exceptional attention to detail
• High competency level in MS office applications
• Minimum of an associate-level college degree in Accounting or Business
• Minimum 2 years of experience with payroll software; knowledge of Paylocity a Plus
• Minimum 2 years of experience with accounts payable; knowledge Sage Intacct a Plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Prolonged sitting, ability to lift 15-20 lbs., frequent use of fine motor skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Share office environment

This is a full-time position. Typical schedule is Monday-Friday and may require weekends as needed.