accountant Camden, SC
Job description
Job Title: Accounting Clerk Payroll
Location : Finance – Payroll Department
Position Reports To: Finance Director
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:30am to 5:00pm
Location: Kershaw County Government Center
Camden, SC
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Retirement, Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Days
Job Description: Under general supervision perform a variety of payroll, accounting and
clerical tasks.
- Set-up or make changes to new or existing employees payroll files.
- Collect, organize and review employee timesheets for accuracy and add time worked to employee payroll.
- Resolve any discrepancies by communicating with County Department Heads.
- Tracks vacation and sick hours.
- Compile bi-weekly payroll spreadsheets and documentation, Law Enforcement overtime and security records.
- Separate and organize all paychecks and paystubs by department.
- Keeps detailed and organized payroll records.
- Weekly task from SC Retirement Systems.
- Assist with workers comp audit – payroll and preparation, audits etc.
- Prepares monthly, quarterly and yearly reporting to IRS, DOR, Unemployment, Retirement, including W2’s etc.
- Cross-train with Accounts Payable
- Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum requirements: Associate degree with a major concentration in accounting, business, or related field or 2-3 years payroll experience. (Governmental Accounting experience is a plus)
Required
Skills /Qualifications: Must have the ability to complete task with a high degree of accuracy, have a strong work ethic, and be detailed oriented. Is able to multitask efficiently.
Needs to be self-motivated and able to prioritize work flow.
Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Must be familiar with operating office equipment (copier, calculator, etc.)
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
(Accounting +Plus Software is a plus)
Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, PC Proficiency, Productivity, Teamwork, Problem Solving Skills, Strong Communication Skills
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking and standing. Must be able to lift/carry weights of five to twenty pounds.
