Part Time Accounting Clerk

We are looking for a detail-focused Part Time Accounting Clerk (20 hours/week) to support payroll processing and accounts payable activities in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This position plays an important role in helping ensure employees and vendors are paid accurately, on schedule, and in accordance with company guidelines and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable working with sensitive financial information while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Administer recurring payroll processing for employees, reviewing entries carefully to help ensure timely and accurate compensation.

• Update and maintain payroll information such as onboarding details, separations, compensation adjustments, and benefit-related deductions.

• Monitor payroll practices for alignment with federal, state, and local requirements, addressing issues proactively when they arise.

• Manage the accounts payable workflow by entering invoices, verifying approvals, and assigning accurate coding before payment is issued.

• Compare vendor statements against internal records, investigate inconsistencies, and work toward prompt resolution of billing concerns.

• Maintain organized vendor documentation and respond to supplier questions in a thorough and service-oriented manner.

• Support year-end reporting activities, including preparation of 1099-related information and related documentation.

• Provide accounting and administrative support by preparing records for audits, preserving financial files according to retention standards, and recommending process improvements where appropriate.

An ideal candidate will possess an Associates Degree in Accounting, Business, or similar, but experience will be considered in lieu of degree. 2+ years of accounting experience, particularly in AP and payroll, is required for consideration. Intermediate MS Excel skills are also a requirement for this role, ideally including pivot tables.

This role is hybrid, and can be primarily remote post-training (2 days/month onsite), but candidates MUST be local to Minnesota for consideration. Parking is offered at their onsite ramp at very low monthly cost.

Beginning pay is $28-35/hr, depending on qualifications. Benefits are not offered for this part time role, however PTO is available. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with an up to date resume for immediate consideration.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Two to five years of relevant experience in payroll and accounts payable, including hands-on in-house payroll processing preferred.
• Working knowledge of payroll regulations and payroll tax requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, and experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail when handling data entry, invoice processing, and financial records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with employees, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of professionalism.

Compensation

$28.00-$35.00 Hourly

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