Payroll & AP Accountant I

Saint Louis Science Center; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis Science Center is seeking a details-oriented Finance Associate to support payroll and accounts payable. You will process bi-weekly payroll for staff, interns and contractors, and reconcile monthly benefit invoices.

The role requires 2+ years of payroll and AP experience, proficiency with Paylocity and Sage Intacct, and strong MS Office skills. Office environment, full-time, Monday–Friday with occasional weekends as needed. This position offers exposure to board reporting and audits.

Qualifications

• High level of integrity and ability to handle sensitive information
• Ability to organize and prioritize demanding tasks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent accuracy
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Minimum 2 years of payroll software experience (Paylocity a plus)
• Minimum 2 years of accounts payable experience (Sage Intacct a plus)

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for staff, interns, and contractors
• Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and coordinate with HR
• Audit payroll registers for accuracy before finalization
• Submit retirement deductions and employer matching information to vendors
• Manage garnishments in Paylocity and ensure compliant calculations
• Verify HR-to-payroll data flow and accuracy
• Provide payroll support and answer employee questions
• Interface with payroll approvers to resolve issues
• Assist Senior Accountant with cash receipts and invoicing as needed
• Support board reporting and PowerPoint presentations
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Integrity

Time management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or Business

Tools

Paylocity

Sage Intacct

MS Office

Job description

Saint Louis Science Center is seeking a details-oriented Finance Associate to support payroll and accounts payable. You will process bi-weekly payroll for staff, interns and contractors, and reconcile monthly benefit invoices.

The role requires 2+ years of payroll and AP experience, proficiency with Paylocity and Sage Intacct, and strong MS Office skills. Office environment, full-time, Monday–Friday with occasional weekends as needed. This position offers exposure to board reporting and audits.