Sr. Accountant, Payroll and Finance Operations

Position: Sr. Accountant, Payroll and Finance Operations Location: Cincinnati, OH Job Id: 558 # of Openings: 1 The Sr. Accountant, Payroll and Finance Operations is responsible for key accounting and financial operations, including payroll, accounts payable, account reconciliations, audit and tax support, retirement plan compliance, insurance administration, financial reporting, and other Finance and Operations activities. Serves as a primary resource for assigned accounting processes and ensures accurate, timely, and compliant financial administration. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: Serve as the primary point of contact for insurance-related matters, including policy renewals, invoices, claims, contract-related activities, reporting requirements, and coordination of the annual renewal questionnaire. Coordinate financial audit and tax preparation activities, including Form 990 support, organization of requested documentation, and timely submission of required information to auditors and tax professionals. Serve as the lead for 403(b) compliance and reporting activities, including coordination and support of the annual 403(b) audit. Coordinate biweekly payroll processing with Human Resources. Perform payroll verification, complete associated uploads and prepare required payroll reports and supporting documentation for Finance. Serve as the lead for CPP accounts payable. Weekly support for UWGC accounts payable activities. Support the annual Form 1099 reporting process, including preparation, review, and coordination of required information. Facilitate the completion and submission of the annual United Way Worldwide Membership Certification. Prepare and maintain accounting reconciliations for employee benefits and related liability accounts. Review and process monthly invoices from health and life insurance carriers. Support UWGC’s records retention program by providing guidance on Finance retention requirements, maintaining the organizational records retention and document destruction database, reconciling physical storage records, and coordinating the timely destruction of records in accordance with established retention standards. Provide administrative support for key finance activities. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None DESIRED COMPETENCIES: Accountability, Attention to Detail and Accuracy, Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills, Confidentiality and Professional Judgment, Effective Communication, Collaboration and Teamwork, Time and Project Management, Process and Compliance Orientation, Technological Proficiency, and Positive Culture Creator. JOB RELATIONSHIPS WITH: Interacts with team members at all levels of the organization, volunteers, agency executives, vendors, professional service providers, and members of the general public. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Minimum of five years of relevant accounting or financial experience preferred. Experience with payroll processing and benefits administration preferred; experience with Paycor is highly desirable. Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook required. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office environment with little exposure to dust, noise, temperature, and similar conditions. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds. Occasional local travel to meetings and events within the regional area. Extended viewing of computer and monitor use. BENEFITS: Generous paid time off including vacation, personal, sick, and holiday time Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403b plan with company match Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program and access to other free health programs Community volunteer opportunities Professional development and training opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr United Way of Greater Cincinnati