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Payroll & Accounting Specialist (Contract)

Pay Rate: $22 - $25/hour (based on experience)

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A growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & Accounting Specialist to support payroll operations and employee expense processing. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and timely reimbursements while partnering across departments.

Key Responsibilities

Review, verify, and process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies
Ensure accurate and timely reimbursements
Identify and resolve discrepancies or missing information
Maintain accurate records and documentation
Support payroll-related tasks as assigned
Assist employees with expense-related questions
Prioritize high-volume workflows and meet deadlines
Support audits, reporting, and additional accounting functions

Qualifications

13 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or payroll experience
Advanced Excel skills; strong Microsoft Office proficiency
Experience with NetSuite, Salesforce, or similar systems is a plus
Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Quick learner with new systems and tools

Preferred Traits

Strong communication and customer-service mindset
High level of integrity and professionalism
Team-oriented with the ability to work independently

Tews is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications for employment without regards to age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

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Skills:
Accounting, Bookkeeping, Communication Skills, Consulting, Contract Management, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Expense Reports, Financial Reporting, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, NetSuite, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Operational Support, Payroll Accounting, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Reimbursement, Rural Contracts, Salesforce.com, Team Player, Time Management

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