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UnCruise Adventures · 14 hours ago

Payroll & Accounting Assistant

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$60K/yr - $70K/yr

2+ years exp

UnCruise Adventures is dedicated to providing enriching adventure experiences while inspiring appreciation of local cultures and nature. The Payroll & Accounting Assistant supports Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounting functions, ensuring accurate payroll processing and timely vendor payments.

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Responsibilities

Work closely with Payroll Administrator to assist in preparation of weekly and bi-weekly payroll functions and processes to ensure accuracy in the reporting, generation, and timely distribution of employee paychecks, including all wage adjustments and bonuses

Assume secondary responsibility as backup to Payroll Administrator, including full payroll when Payroll Administrator is out

Assist in preparation of relevant management reports, including weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.)

Support payroll-related accounting activities and related monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting including payroll GL account reconciliations

Actively communicate with Operations and HR to resolve payroll discrepancies or clarification

Audit, analyze and ensure the security, integrity and ongoing maintenance of data controls across departmental systems including HR and Payroll structuring and vendor interfaces

Review incoming invoices and accompanying documentation for accuracy

Scan and “index” incoming vendor invoices into electronic payables processing software and forward invoices in the workflow function to the authorized approver

Work with team members and vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies

Voucher approved vendor invoices into accounting software

Reconcile voucher entries after each batch to ensure all job cost entries have a proper reference number and are accurate

Assist in opening mail and identifying vendor invoices for payment

Prepare and post journal entries under direction of accounting staff

Assist with payroll and liability account reconciliations

Support month-end close tasks

Maintain organized documentation for audits and internal review

Qualification

Payroll processingAccounting systemsInvoice processingExcel proficiencyAttention to detailProfessional communicationPaylocityMS DynamicsTeam collaborationPositive attitudeWork independently

Required

2–4 years of experience in accounting or payroll support

Formal or on-the-job training in payroll processing, including wage calculations, deductions, and payroll controls

Hands-on experience assisting with weekly or bi-weekly payroll cycles under an established payroll administrator or manager

Experience supporting payroll-related reporting, reconciliations, or compliance tasks

Experience with invoice processing and accounting systems

Proficiency with Excel and basic accounting reports

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Professional communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Positive personality, attitude and professionalism

Preferred

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

Knowledge of Paylocity and MS Dynamics Business Central a plus

Benefits

Cruise Benefit –?Explore?the world as our guests do: employees receive one complimentary cruise for two people every year, after each year of employment.

Health and Wellness –?Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and flexible spending account options.

401k –?Employees are eligible after 6 months of employment with an employer match.

Time off –?Enjoy ten company-paid holidays annually. Earn paid vacation and sick time throughout the year, and qualify for more vacation days as you gain tenure.

Give Back to the Community – Make a difference by volunteering for non-profit and community organizations that you choose using two company-paid volunteer days each year.

Eco-Commute? –?When you commute to work without the use of a single-occupancy motorized vehicle you will receive a daily stipend. You can carpool, walk, bike, take the bus, or kayak.

Free Parking –?Employees park for free at our Seattle office on days they commute by car.