INTERNAL- FMS Payroll Accountant

Mains’l is a company that stands by its commitments, and this is reflected in the numerous awards we’ve earned based on feedback from our team. The Mains’l crew has voted the company a Top Workplace in Minnesota for several years and a Top USA Workplace for the past 3 years in a row. In 2024, Mains’l also received Workplace Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation , Work-Life Flexibility , and Purpose & Values

Mains’l Services, Inc . is currently seeking a full-time FMS Payroll Accountant . The FMS Payroll Accountant works with the FMS team offering innovative software solutions which help support people who need assistance to live in their communities. The FMS Payroll Accountant will have the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others as you partner with our agency partners to support their programs payroll and tax needs. This position gives you the opportunity to help people successfully direct their supports and services to fulfill their hopes and dreams.

Mains’l is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants.

Salary: $56,722.00 - $66,945.00/ year
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30am-5pm
Work Environment: Flexible Hybrid with some in-person work at the Brooklyn Park, MN office required at times.

Your day-to-day work may include:

• Processes payroll and accounts payable payments for household employers in multiple states.
• Help manage CalSavers retirement savings program.
• Responsible for accurately processing emergency payrolls when requested by the agencies;
• Processes voluntary and involuntary deductions, such as levies, garnishments and Corrective Action Plan payments;
• Processes banking transactions. Includes initiating EFT files, EFT reissues, positive pay upload and researching any payroll/accounts payable payments that may have been returned;
• Keeps abreast of tax rules and regulations, including Federal, multiple states and localities;
• Identifies and assists in developing FMS system enhancements;
• Provide quality and excellent customer service to internal and external partners, and program participants using comprehensive knowledge and research to communicate effectively with team members and partners.
  • Includes researching and special requests;
• Solves problems concerning payroll, answers inquiries, and enforces payroll policies;
• Responsible for reconciling, filing and paying quarterly/annual taxes for multiple states and local agencies;
• Responsible for end of year filing requirements including processing FICA refunds, distributing W-2 and 1099 Misc. forms, reconciling wages and taxes reported to SSA with wages and taxes reported to IRS;
• Develops and distributes reports for various agencies;
• Works with agencies on unclaimed property reporting and filing for states where checks are issued;

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting related field preferred, but not required
• Ability to learn and use electronic systems to efficiently and effectively manage work processes and documentation
• Creative, innovative, inquisitive and eager to learn other accounting software programs
• Ability to use oral and written communication effectively
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and employees, and to recognize their needs
• Ability to adapt to changing roles and responsibilities
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, exceptional accuracy, familiarity with tax filings, good with numbers, ability to work independently & with our team, strong customer service skills

Summary of Available Benefits:

• Paid (on-the-job) training
• Education Assistance – up to $2,000 per year
• 401(k) and matching
• Sick time
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance – including dental and vision
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Opportunities for growth and advancement