Payroll and Finance Specialist

$52,000 - $72,800/Yr

Crawford Thomas - Cedar Creek, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Cedar Creek, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Payroll and Finance Specialist will play a crucial role in the Finance Department of a public transportation service in Central Texas. This position involves processing payroll for 125 employees, managing accounts receivable, and assisting with benefits administration. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of handling various finance-related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for 125 employees, including timesheets, employee records, payroll checks, and reports.
• Handle payroll tax deposits, retirement contributions, and cost-of-living adjustments (COLA).
• Use MIP accounting software for payroll entry and reconciliation.
• Assist in billing city and county contributions and follow up on collections.
• Reconcile accounts payable and ensure checks are accurately recorded.
• Support grant billing for TxDOT and other contracts.
• Reconcile credit card transactions, bank statements, and bus fare collections.
• Prepare cash receipts and assist with bank deposits.
• Run local errands using a company vehicle.
• Assist with company events and help organize finance storage (lifting up to 25 lbs. required).

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or higher preferred.
• 2+ years of payroll or finance experience, preferably in a small team environment.
• Proficient in MIP accounting software and Microsoft Excel (V-Lookup, Pivot Tables).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Health, Life, and Dental insurance
• Vision plan at employee's cost
• 457b Retirement Plan after 1 year, with employer matching up to 3%
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Account
• Annual & Sick Leave accrued at 4 hours per pay period (8 AL and 8 SL per month). Leave can be used after 90 days of employment.