Payroll & Accounting Assistant — Precise & Collaborative

The Arc Mid Hudson; City of Kingston (NY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Mid Hudson in Kingston, NY is seeking an Accounting Assistant for a full-time role in the Finance Team. Responsibilities include payroll data entry, tax and garnishment processing, and communication with staff and supervisors on payroll questions.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree or 3–5 years in a related setting, and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Strong teamwork and confidentiality are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Associates degree; or 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar work‑related setting.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels; ability to work well in a team environment.
• Proficiency with using a computer including Microsoft Excel and Outlook required.

Responsibilities

• Perform payroll responsibilities including entering direct deposit, tax and garnishment information.
• Communicate with staff and supervisors regarding payroll questions.
• Collaborate with HR/Finance team on data collection and distribution of information to vendors and funding sources.
• Maintain integrity and confidentiality of agency information.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data entry accuracy

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Arc Mid Hudson in Kingston, NY is seeking an Accounting Assistant for a full-time role in the Finance Team. Responsibilities include payroll data entry, tax and garnishment processing, and communication with staff and supervisors on payroll questions.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree or 3–5 years in a related setting, and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Strong teamwork and confidentiality are essential in this role.