Specialist, Accounting & Payroll (CORP)

The part timeAccounting & Payroll Specialistis responsible for supporting accurate and timely payroll accounting, reconciliation, and reporting activities. This role partners closely with Payroll, Accounting, Human Resources, and Finance to ensure payroll transactions are properly recorded in the general ledger, payroll-related balance sheet accounts are reconciled, discrepancies are resolved, and supporting documentation is maintained in accordance with company policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls.

*This is a part-time position; up to 20 hours per week.

Payroll Accounting and General Ledger Support

• Review payroll results and supporting reports for completeness, accuracy, and proper accounting treatment.
• Prepare, upload, and validate payroll journal entries, including wages, employer taxes, benefits, deductions, and other payroll-related activity.
• Maintain payroll account mappings, labor allocations, and general ledger coding in coordination with Payroll and Accounting.
• Support the recording of payroll accruals, reversals, corrections, and off-cycle payroll activity.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities related to payroll.

Account Reconciliation and Issue Resolution

• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger and balance sheet accounts, including payroll clearing, tax, benefit, deduction, and liability accounts.
• Research and resolve variances between payroll system reports, bank activity, benefit invoices, tax filings, and general ledger balances.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Human Resources, Benefits, Finance, and external vendors to resolve payroll accounting discrepancies and ensure timely corrections.

Reporting, Audit Support, and Compliance

• Prepare recurring payroll accounting reports, reconciliation schedules, and supporting documentation for management, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and organized payroll accounting records in accordance with company policies and record retention requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by gathering payroll reports, reconciliations, journal entry support, and other requested documentation.

Process Improvement and Team Support

• Identify opportunities to improve payroll accounting processes, controls, documentation, and reporting accuracy.
• Assist with special projects and provide support to the Payroll, Accounting, and Finance teams as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least18 years of age
• HS diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• 2-3 years of payroll, payroll accounting, general accounting, or related experience preferred
• Experience with payroll reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger activity, and month-end close preferred
• Experience using a payroll or HRIS platform and MS Business Central preferred
• Proficiency with MS Excel and experience using SharePoint preferred

Working conditions and physical demands for this role

• Primarily works in an office environment.
• Frequently operates a computer and standard office equipment, including printers, copiers, and scanners.
• May periodically move throughout the office to access equipment, files, and other resources.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with employees, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods while performing computer-based work.

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. 

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Modern Aviation’s Pay Range

$25.00 - $27.50/hr. *Part-time, Seasonal, and Variable positions are not eligible for health benefits.

The Modern Aviation pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, or other laws. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Modern Aviation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Modern Aviation is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.

If you require accommodations during the interview process or have questions, please contactcareers@modern-aviation.com.