Payroll & Accounts Payable Accountant

Vorteq Coil Finishers is hiring a Payroll & Accounts Payable Accountant to join our fast-growing team.Job OverviewThe Payroll & Accounts Payable Accountant reports to the Corporate Controller in the Finance Department and is responsible for providing payroll processing and accounting, accounts payable processing and accounting and other administrative and clerical services. This position focuses on performing all activities necessary to process payrolls for three separate pay groups and will support and supplement the centralized accounts payable function. The candidate will process payroll and accounts payable accurately and on time, maintain payroll and other company records, resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with all applicable laws for the company's approximately 375 employees.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPerform the day-to-day processing of Payroll transactions to ensure Payroll records are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner

Process weekly hourly non-union and union payrolls and semimonthly salaried payroll

Ensure payroll is processed using the most recent and complete information

Maintain complete and accurate payroll files and records for all locations, including payroll reports, tax information, and supporting documents

Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws

Demonstrate a full understanding of payroll and supporting systems, and being the company's go-to-people in support of these systems including updating and implementing systems

Verify transactions comply with financial policies and procedures.Distribute monthly reports, as required.Administer the 401(k) plan or other benefits as required

Work closely with the 401k provider to ensure current and accurate information is utilized when processing each payroll

Assist with the annual 401k audit

Complete quarterly Census reporting

Assist Accounts Payable: Voucher select vendor invoices accurately and timely.Assist in ad hoc Accounts Payable tasks and projects, as assigned.Support the Finance Department with other projects as assigned, including backup for peers, month end accounting duties, and special projects.OTHER RESPONSIBILITIESBe responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly personal work area

Participate in all continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and initiatives in areas within direct control

Comply with state and federal law safety regulations in addition to VORTEQ health, safety and security procedures. Adhere to company policies and state and federal laws and regulations relating to employment, including promoting a workplace free of discrimination and harassmentCOMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONSExcellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.Acts with the utmost confidentiality.Excellent, time management, organizational skills and attention to detail.The ability to multitask and prioritize tasks between 3 different payroll groups

Strong computer skills including payroll processing software - iSolved preferred.Ability to successfully pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen

Exhibits independent thinking and sound judgment, accompanied by proven problem solving

Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with team members and managers/supervisors EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE3 plus years payroll specific experience, Minimum Associate's degree with Bachelor's preferred. Knowledge of payroll and general accounting. Computer skills including the ability to operate payroll software, excel, word processing programs, and email at a highly proficient level.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSThe 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The successful candidate will be expected to endure work tasks in an office environment (hybrid and flexible working arrangements included) and use a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. The employee is regularly required to communicate effectively. They must occasionally be able to lift/carry up to 20 lbs. and wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, safety toe boot/shoe whenever within the manufacturing plant.Vorteq Perks401(k) matching

Health, Dental, & Vision InsuranceLife insurance

• Company PaidPaid Time Off
• AccrualReferral Program
• Earn up to $1,750.00401K
• Company MatchGrowth OpportunitiesEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWe welcome diversity and encourage all people to apply
• We do not discriminate based on age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, medical history, and other non-merit characteristics