PT Staff Accountant

UrbanPromise Ministries; New Jersey; On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Package

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

UrbanPromise Ministries in New Jersey seeks a part-time Staff Accountant with a payroll focus to join our Finance Department. The role is 12 hours per week and reports to the Director of Finance, handling payroll processing, journal entries, and monthly reconciliations.

You will coordinate payroll, track wages and deductions, ensure tax compliance, and generate routine financial reports. A BS/BA in accounting and two years of payroll/accounting experience are required; nonprofit experience and

Qualifications

• BS/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field.
• Minimum two years’ proven experience in staff or payroll accounting.
• Experience with payroll processing and reconciliations.
• Nonprofit accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage payroll and related reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Generate financial statements and reports for management.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with regulations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting fundamentals

MS Office

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization

Education

BS/BA in accounting/finance

Tools

Intacct

Primepoint payroll

Job description

Job Description

Position Title:PT Staff Accountant

Department:Finance Department

Reports To:Director of Finance

Salary Range:PT role 12 hours per week at $ 28 -$32 an hourplus Total Rewards Package

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant position is a great opportunity to utilize your accounting skills working for a first-class non-profit organization. This position reports directly to the Director of Finance on carrying out the mission of the UPM Finance and Accounting department. Responsibilities will include coordinating and executing payroll processing in partnership with HR, preparing journal entries, completing monthly bank reconciliations, and generating reports and statements.

Essential Job Functions

Payroll

• Processing and managing the company’s payroll, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time
• Coordinating the tracking of wages, benefits, tax deductions, etc. and providing statements of earnings and deductions as needed
• Working in close partnership with the HR department to verify employment details
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
• Provide payroll information by answering questions and requests
• Maintain payroll operations by following policies and procedures
• Coordinating with payroll provider to ensure compliance with current tax regulations
• Performing account balance, deduction audits, payroll and other reconciliations
• Processing payment of employee benefits
• Keeping informed about changes in wage, tax and deduction laws that apply to the payroll process
• Integrating payroll data into accounting application

General Accounting/Finance Department related responsibilities include:

• Preparing monthly general journal entries
• Completing monthly bank account reconciliations
• Generating accounting/finance reports and statements

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a staff accountant, payroll accountant or similar role
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices
• Knowledge of legislation and regulations of the field
• Proficient in MS Office and good knowledge of relevant software and databases
• Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality
• Outstanding organizational ability with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills

Essential Job Requirements

Education

BS/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field.

Experience

Minimum of two years’ proven experience as a staff accountant, payroll accountant or similar role

Required Skills

Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices; experience with banking and reconciliations; proficient in MS Office suite especially Excel; Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality; Attention to Detail

Preferred Skills

Non-profit accounting experience, familiarity with Intacct software, and/or Primepoint payroll systems.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for Extended Periods: Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk while performing administrative tasks or using a computer.
• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift or carry light office supplies, boxes, or event materials (typically up to 10 lbs.)

UrbanPromise Total Rewards Package

At UrbanPromise, we believe in honoring the incredible work of our team by offering a robust and competitive Total Rewards Benefits Package that supports your health, financial stability, professional growth, and overall well-being. Employees are eligible to have a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer match and are eligible for an impressive suite of ancillary benefits that reflect our commitment to care and sustainability. We invite passionate professionals to apply—not just for the role, but for a workplace that invests in your future and values your contributions every step of the way.

UrbanPromise Total Rewards comprehensive benefits package includes

• Ministry