AP/Payroll Specialist - Avondale, AZ

VetJobs; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

VetJobs is hiring an AP/Payroll Specialist for on-site work in Avondale, Arizona. The role handles payroll and accounts payable, ensuring accurate, timely payments and strict compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include reconciling vendor accounts, processing payroll, verifying invoices, and maintaining vendor records. Candidates should thrive in a detail-oriented, collaborative team environment with a continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Payroll: Coordinate and process employee payroll, including calculations of wages, overtime and deductions; ensure compliance with deferral state, and local labor laws such as FLSA; manage employee payroll related date such as timecards and update employee information; provide excellent customer service to employees, addressing questions and resolving payroll discrepancies.
• Accounts Payable: Process and verify vendor invoices for accuracy and proper approval; enter invoices into the accounting system and maintain vendor files; reconcile accounts payable transactions and ensure timely, accurate payments to vendors; manage vendor inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies; prepare and process electronic payments; ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Reconciles various vendor accounts which include identifying discrepancies and determining corrective action.
• Verifies accuracy of information used in select accounting transactions such as researching incorrect information determining the proper accounting treatment.
• Coordinate and process employee payroll.
• Ensure compliance by state and federal regulations.
• Process and verify vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Manage vendor inquiries as well as employee inquiries.
• Ability to manage time, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive data with integrity.
• Collaborative team player with proactive attitude.
• Continuous improvement mindset; looks for ways to improve processes and accuracy.

Skills

Payroll

Accounts Payable

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Paycom

Job description

Job Description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. This role is On‑Site at the location detailed in the job post.

Salary Range USD $25.00 - USD $31.00 /Hr.

The AP/Payroll Specialist handles vendor invoices and employee payroll to ensure payments are accurate, timely and compliant with company policies. Main tasks include checking invoices, keeping vendor and employee records, fixing any issues, helping with audits, managing electronic payments, timekeeping and processing payroll. Strong attention to detail and accuracy are essential.

Responsibilities

• Reconciles various vendor accounts which include identifying discrepancies and determining corrective action.
• Verifies accuracy of information used in select accounting transactions such as researching incorrect information determining the proper accounting treatment.
• Coordinate and process employee payroll.
• Ensure compliance by state and federal regulations.
• Process and verify vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Manage vendor inquiries as well as employee inquiries.
• Ability to manage time, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive data with integrity.
• Collaborative team player with proactive attitude.
• Continuous improvement mindset; looks for ways to improve processes and accuracy.

Skills / Experience

• Payroll: Coordinate and process employee payroll, including calculations of wages, overtime and deductions; ensure compliance with deferral state, and local labor laws such as FLSA; manage employee payroll related date such as timecards and update employee information; provide excellent customer service to employees, adressing questions and resolving payroll discrepancies.
• Accounts Payable: Process and verify vendor invoices for accuracy and proper approval; enter invoices into the accounting system and maintain vendor files; reconcile accounts payable transactions and ensure timely, accurate payments to vendors; manage vendor inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies; prepare and process electronic payments; ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Preferred

• Prior experience processing in Paycom

Compensation is competitive and based on skill level, experience, and knowledge.

Education

High school diploma

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, talk, and hear for extended periods.
• Requires use of hands for computer, phone, and office equipment.
• Requires close vision for reading, computer work, and documents.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in person and over the phone.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to bend, kneel, or reach as needed for filing, office tasks, or light equipment handling.
• Ability to travel to company locations or job sites as required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Auto req ID: 485152BR

City: Avondale

State: Arizona

Job Category: Payroll Specialist

Job Code: Agriculture Agriculture

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