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NEW LEAF INC Payroll & Accounting Specialist in OAK HARBOR, Washington
Payroll & Accounting Specialist
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?Company Description
New Leaf is a not-for-profit organization under the AbilityOne umbrella. We employ adults with disabilities and promote our mission with competitive contracts and quality-controlled services. New Leaf does not rely solely on public resources or grants for funding our programs.
Our vision is to help our employees achieve greater independence and advocate for themselves so that our community can be better prepared to welcome people with disabilities, and so that people exiting public assistance are seen as assets to the work force.
?Job Description
The Payroll and Accounting Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and supporting accounting functions. This role manages payroll updates, employee record maintenance, reimbursements, garnishments, deductions, attendance tracking, and employment verifications while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The position also processes accounts payable and receivable, prepares government invoices, performs reconciliations, maintains accounting entries, and supports periodic financial reporting. Additionally, the Payroll and Accounting Specialist maintains organized financial records, generates reports, provides administrative support, and utilizes financial systems to ensure efficient and compliant operations.
?Pay & Benefits
Starting Pay $25/Hour
Health and Welfare benefit $5.55/hour. (H&W is used to pay for medical premiums)
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave (1 hour per every 30 hours worked)
Vacation after 1 year of employment
401K plan after eligibility is met
Schedule
- Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm and as needed.
Duties/Responsibilities
Update payroll records by reviewing and approving changes in PayNorthwest payroll system.
Collects, review and issue reimbursement requests for employee authorized work-related expenses.
Provide and collects documentation pertaining to payroll and accounting.
Assist payroll, the processing, submitting and documenting of each payroll with accuracy and in a timely manner.
Updates employee records, new hires, terminations, status changes, wage information and department transfers.
Track and process request forms and employee attendance.
Assists with the management of insurance plans and 401k contributions.
Process garnishments, employee deductions, employment verifications, draws and direct deposits.
Submit and runs various reports as well as recurring reports.
Assist with updating and adjusting for any changes in policies and procedures.
Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, scanning, data entry, generating reports and maintaining file systems.
Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accurately and on schedule
Perform monthly reconciliations and maintain accounting entries under direction of supervisor
Submit government invoices and track payment status under direction of supervisor
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting as assigned.
Maintain organized financial records and documentation in compliance with Ability One and Audit requirements.
Assist with data entry and report generation in QuickBooks Online Advanced, Ramp, UKG and other f