Payroll/Accounts Payable Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY: Perform detailed tasks necessary for entering employee data into payroll system to process bi-weekly payroll. Work in other areas of accounting including the processing of accounts payable and check disbursements.

Education:  Prefer Associate's Degree or equivalent in accounting, business administration or related field.

Experience: 

• Three (3) to five (5) years of payroll processing experience and accounts payable or related financial accounting responsibilities with a mid-size to large company.
• Experience with Paycom software preferred.

Skills and Abilities which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

• Ability to work effectively and professionally as an individual and as a member of a team and relate effectively with staff on all levels.
• Solid understanding of payroll processes including payroll tax laws and garnishment laws.
• Good understanding of accounts payable processing and general ledger closing principals.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.
• Good numeracy skills, attention to detail, and customer service skills.
• Ability to determine priorities, meet deadlines, organize work to meet objectives and identify and deal with problems in a timely and efficient manner.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office; some experience with software outside of payroll processing software.
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information

Essential Functions

1. Process payroll on a bi-weekly basis, including review of inputted data prior to transmission.
2. Respond to employee payroll-related questions.
3. Respond to garnishment requests; communicate with employees regarding garnishment of wages.
4. Train new employees on use of Paycom system.
5. Maintain payroll-related files and documentation.
6. Calculate holiday pay when necessary.
7. Pull reports from payroll software and store on server.
8. Code and key invoices submitted to AP into MIP.
9. Invoices with purchase orders, coming through Microix program, should be recorded into MIP.
10. Obtain proper authorization of invoices.
11. Manage all vendor inquiries related to paid/unpaid invoices.
12. Ensure accuracy of expense reports and compliance with Affinia policies prior to payment.
13. Process AP checks and match checks with approved documentation for Controller's approval.
14. Process the positive pay file to the bank.
15. Ensure payments are made on a timely basis and in accordance with discounts and/or due dates.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.

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