CPA/Financial Services firm-Payroll specialist/receptionist

CPA/Financial Services firm-Payroll specialist/receptionist

Salary/Hourly pay commensurate with experience.

Could turn into long term position as full time staff accountant in 3-5 years. Payroll experience strongly preferred. Client service personality also a very important trait. The payroll specialist oversees all payroll processes for our clients. Weekly and bi-weekly payroll for approximately 25 clients. Ensure timely and accurate payroll and payroll tax processing within the payroll department. Advertising and marketing program development.

General Responsibilities:

Process and close periodic payrolls

Print and issue payroll checks

Calculate and deposit payroll taxes

Process and issue annual W-2 forms to employees

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual payroll tax returns

Answer phone and walk-ins and set up appointments for tax clients

Process business and personal tax returns

Prepare and mail monthly accounts receivable statements

Design and implement more focused marketing footprint for firm

Skill Requirements:

Experience with tax (Drake), accounting (Quickbooks, 1099-ETC) and office (Microsoft Office) software preferred but not required.

Knowledge and experience of bookkeeping practices and principles with a concentration in payroll processing preferred, but not required

Excellent PC, 10 key and technology skills required

Compensation: Please send salary/hourly requirements

Employment: Full time with some OT during tax season; part time/full time the rest of the year

Available: Immediately