Ledyard Public Schools is seeking an experienced, detail oriented Accounting and Payroll Coordinator. This role is responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll accurately and timely for the 500+ staff of Ledyard Public Schools, providing accounting oversight, and providing oversight of the Accounts Payable function.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Good working knowledge of accounting practices and tax laws
• Strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent problem solving/judgment skills, and a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll processes and procedures
• Experience successfully processing payroll for a medium to large organization preferred
• Proven interpersonal, analytical and communication skills
• Ability to maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential

Responsibilities:

• Enters, maintains, and processes information in the payroll system (Munis)
• Responsible for the timeliness and accuracy of all quarterly and annual payroll tax filings; remittance of payments to government agencies and third party vendors
• Oversees accounting processes and functions including tuition invoicing, grant revenue, bank reconciliations, Medicaid financial reporting
• Gathers and updates all required payroll data, including timesheets, W-2 forms, benefits information, direct deposit forms and tax filing documents
• Provides payroll information by answering questions and requests
• Resolves payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
• Records and processes federal and state payroll tax deposits
• Develops new reports and process changes to improve payroll and related processes
• Maintains payroll operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes
• Contributes to team success by providing accounts payable (AP) oversight and back-up
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Two years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping with at least six months of experience in full service payroll preferred
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll software. Working knowledge of Munis desired
• Knowledge of Federal and State requirements pertaining to payroll
• Proficient with G Suite, including Google sheets
• Accounts payable or general accounting experience a plus

Pay and Benefits:

• Medical coverage
• 403(b)/457 retirement plan
• Paid time off

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times

To Apply:

Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately.

Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website,http://www.ledyard.net/district/employment_opportunities

or

Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/ to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, disability (including pregnancy), status as a Veteran, or any classification protected by state or federal law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ledyard, CT 06339: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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