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September 11, 2024
Western New Mexico University
Silver City
FULL TIME
Accountant/Payroll Assistant
Position Classification
Staff
Employment Type
Full-Time
Benefits
Full Time Benefitted
Department
Accounting
Summary
Assists in a variety of administrative and clerical tasks for the accounting and payroll departments.
Duties
- Process payroll redistributions for student payrolls.
- Assists as needed in reviewing all data entered in the payroll system to ensure accurate processing of wage and other compensation payments to all employees to include but not limited to voluntary and involuntary deductions.
- Assists with processing payroll checks and direct deposits for all payrolls as needed.
- Assists in maintaining accurate records for all processed payrolls.
- Assists in maintaining and auditing records for annual leave, sick leave, and any additional leaves for all employees.
- Responds to inquiries from staff regarding wage, taxes, deductions and other related issues as appropriate. Coordinates with the Human Resources Department on the input and verification of information in the HRIS/Payroll system.
- Processes journal entries when needed.
- Cross-trains and assists within the accounting and payroll department.
- Assists in training and education of staff/Student workers regarding payroll and accounting processes. Assists staff and students with timecard submission and process flow.
- Provides a broad range of administrative functions. Participates in the process of ongoing personal and professional development. Maintains comprehensive communication among all contacts (internal and external). Models professional standards and ethics in accordance with WNMU philosophy.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education/Background
Associates degree in business related field with 1 year of experience or High School Diploma or GED with 3 years of experience required. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
Job Knowledge
Knowledge of general clerical office practices and procedures. Familiarity with Office Word and Excel. Skill in operating a computer terminal, calculator, and telephone. Must be able to follow instructions. Must be able to handle multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy.
Working Conditions/ Physical Demands (With or Without Accommodations)
Normal office environment. May travel some within the community when needed. May be required to lift normal office equipment and materials. Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information. Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication/ conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions. Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing, reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling, and prolonged sitting. May be required to work additional hours or days depending on circumstances.
Other Requirements
Location
Silver City
Salary Range
$16.00
Advertising Summary
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