Accountant

Payroll Accountant

Position Location: Baltimore, MD

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 annually

Join the Chimes team and help make an impact through accurate financial stewardship.

What You'll Do

As our Payroll Accountant, you will:

• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries.
• Review payroll taxes and ensure timely and accurate tax payments.
• Review federal and state payroll tax filings for accuracy and compliance.
• Post payroll activity to the general ledger.
• Reconcile payroll bank accounts and assigned general ledger accounts.
• Prepare payroll accruals and month-end journal entries.
• Assist with month-end close activities and financial reporting.
• Perform payroll-related variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Process state unemployment payments for multiple entities.
• Assist with other accounting and finance projects as needed.

What You'll Bring

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience.
• Nonprofit accounting experience is preferred.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and payroll accounting.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills with advanced Excel proficiency .
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines, especially during month-end close.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Why Join Chimes?

At Chimes, your work directly supports our mission of creating opportunities and enhancing lives. We value collaboration, integrity, accountability, and professional growth while offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization.

What's in it for you?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Hourly/Salaried = >30 hours/week):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Company Match
• Transportation Subsidy
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Want to learn more?

To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:

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