Senior Government Accounting & Payroll Specialist

Santa Fe County NM; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Santa Fe County NM is seeking an experienced accounting professional to handle accounts payable and payroll processing, along with budgetary support. The role focuses on maintaining ledgers, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with county policies and the NM Procurement Code.

You will collaborate with finance staff on financial reporting and recordkeeping. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, familiarity with accounting systems, and the ability to work independently in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; four years of accounting/finance experience or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred; combination of education and experience acceptable

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and payroll functions.
• Prepare accounting reports, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with NM Procurement Code and county policies.
• Assist in budget review and financial processes; maintain ledgers.
• Respond to inquiries and manage records retention.

Skills

Accounting basics

Payroll processing

Budgeting

Excel / data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Payroll software

Job description

Santa Fe County NM is seeking an experienced accounting professional to handle accounts payable and payroll processing, along with budgetary support. The role focuses on maintaining ledgers, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with county policies and the NM Procurement Code.

You will collaborate with finance staff on financial reporting and recordkeeping. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, familiarity with accounting systems, and the ability to work independently in a