Accounts Payable and Payroll Assistant

Career Opportunity TITLE: Accounts Payable/Payroll AssistantREPORTS TO: Accounts Payable/Payroll ManagerSCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, Daytime FlexibleJOB TYPE: Non-exempt, Full-time, 40 Hours/weekCOMPENSATION: $19.50 to $20.50 p/hourBENEFITS: EligibleABOUT USSt. Stephen's Human Services is an innovative and collaborative nonprofit organization whose mission is to end homelessness. We progress toward this goal by providing emergency services, shelter, and housing programs for individuals and families. We meet people experiencing homelessness where they are and accompany them on their journey to safe, stable housing and a healthier life. We believe that housing is a basic human right. St. Stephen's Human Services' values are: Equity: Housing is a basic human right. Dignity: Every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. Integrity: We expect honesty and accountability of ourselves and others. Self-Determination: Each person has the ability to know and realize their own success. Mutual Responsibility: Investing in our neighbors results in a healthy community for all. St. Stephen's is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AAE, offering competitive pay and exceptional benefits including: medical insurance, employer paid dental and life insurance, short term disability, 20 days of paid time off in the first year of employment, and a 401k retirement savings with an employer match. Visit ststephensmpls.org/careers for an overview of our benefits. St. Stephen's is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and strives to promote an environment that is diverse and inclusive where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. St. Stephen's Human Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of color, indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. POSITION OVERVIEWThe Accounts Payable position processes payments to vendors for invoices, monthly bills, client needs i.e. deposits, utilities and application fees as requested. This candidate will also assist with processing the biweekly payroll.PRIMARY DUTIESProcess payments to vendors ensuring all checks are properly documented and approved in accordance with established internal control procedures.Communicate with vendor regarding invoice discrepanciesMatch invoices with checks and prepare for mailing. File paid invoices.Verify required W-9 information is on file and up to date. Add new vendor EIN's into the payable database. File W-9'sProvide assistance in processing payroll by accurately adding new employee's required personal and W-4 information. Set up deductions for benefits and levies.Remove terminated employees from active database.Ensure work hours have been properly entered into payroll software.As needed assist staff in using the payroll app or website to punch in and out.Performs all other duties, as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSAA degree or Accounting CertificateMinimum of two years' experience in accounts payableMinimum of two years' p1ayroll experience requiredHighly organized, and highly detail-oriented; able to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly.Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.Expert-level verbal and written communication skills.Comfortable taking initiative and demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with all staff.Passion for and familiarity with nonprofit sector and our mission.Proficient using Payroll software (iSolved preferred), Accounting software and Microsoft Office products, including Office 365. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.Must pass background check.Must work respectfully with clients and key stakeholders who are diverse with respect to race, ethnicity, gender orientation, socio-economic status, and religion.HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONVisit ststephensmpls.isolvedhire.com and select the opening for which you wish to apply. Submit your information under "Apply Now" and you will be directed to the full application, where you can upload your resume and cover letter both are required. If you have previously created an account to apply for a position at St. Stephen's, login to your account before attempting to apply for another position. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Qualified applicants will be selected for interviews as applications are received. No phone calls please.