Payroll Specialist

Position Summary:

The Payroll Specialist is a service-oriented position that is responsible for the payroll operations for the Missouri Historical Society.

Essential Functions:

• Contribute to an environment that fosters teamwork, effective communication and responsiveness
• Process the bi-weekly payroll for the Missouri Historical Society  
• Serve as liaison with ADP concerning all payroll matters, including implementation of systemic updates and processes
• Prepare applicable journal entries each payroll, ZMD voucher report, 403(b) & 457 remittances, and download payroll G/L interface
• Prepare the payroll and benefits allocations
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for all appropriate payroll related general ledger accounts
• Provide audit information for the financial audit and pension plan audit  
• Oversee the ADP Flex Plan system and accesses the website to retrieve activity information; balance monthly report from ADP
• Prepare annual payroll and vacation accrual journal entries
•  Prepare quarterly 401A remittance lists
•  Prepare payroll data for grant allocations and reports
•  Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities
•  Perform account reconciliations and analyses for benefits, payroll clearing, receivables, and other accounts as assigned
•  Maintain current written procedures
•  Prepare journal entries related to the various areas in support of month end closing
•  Perform other appropriate duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, college degree is preferred
• Minimum of 2-3 years of payroll related work experience, ADP payroll system experience is preferred  
• Experience with Financial Edge accounting system is preferred
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information

Skills:

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel  
• Organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills  

Deadline to Apply: Position open until filled.

Applicants: Please upload a cover letter of interest and resume when applying for this position.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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