Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

This role is responsible for processing employee wages accurately and timely, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and knowledge of payroll systems and tax procedures. This position is responsible for accounts payable processing, ensuring that payments are processed timely and accurately, as well as maintenance of A/P vendors and handling of accounts payable questions.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of experience with processing payroll.
• Proven experience in accounts payable or general accounting.
• Expert knowledge of payroll software (preferably ADP).
• Experience with accounting software (preferably Microsoft NAV or NetSuite).
• Expert knowledge of wage laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Understanding basic accounting principles.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performing primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion and lifting up to 25lbs.
• Duties performed cause light fatigue of eyes, fingers, or other faculties due to long periods of standing, sitting, or repetitive motion.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices.
• Capable of reliable attendance in the office during scheduled work hours.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Typical office environment, climate-controlled, minimal noise.
• Extended work hours may be required to meet project deadlines or resolve unexpected problems.
• This position is required to be in-office.

The American Mathematical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. It is not intended as an employment contract.