AP/Payroll Associate

$41,600 - $45,760/Yr

Interstates - Omaha, NE

Full-time - Mid Level

Omaha, NE

501-1,000 employees

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

Interstates, Inc. is seeking a qualified Accounting Associate to join their payroll and accounts payable team. This full-time position can be based in the Omaha office or worked remotely. The role involves ensuring accurate payroll processing, handling employee inquiries, and managing various accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of accounting principles and be able to support employees effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensures accurate preparation and processing of weekly payroll with per diem and manual adjustments.
• Handles various payroll adjustments, e.g. shortages, garnishments, wage assignments, manual computation of gross and net pay, vacation pay, and bonuses.
• Records monthly journal entries for month end and reconciliations.
• Responds to employee questions regarding paychecks with a high degree of confidentiality.
• Handles verifications of employment, 401k funding and weekly manual ACHs.
• Ensures accurate preparation and processing of weekly invoices and performs the manual check run.
• Processes expense reimbursements and codes invoices.
• Activates and sends company credit cards and monitors expense usage.
• Assists with sales and use tax fillings and sales tax set up within jobs.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A.S. or B.S. in Accounting, Business, or Finance and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to form relationships with internal and external stakeholders across various locations.
• Strong computer skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Pay for performance bonuses
• Casual dress code
• Safety focused culture
• Family-focused culture
• Community Giveback opportunities