Lyon College · 11 hours ago
Staff Accountant-Payroll
Batesville, Arkansas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$40K/yr - $50K/yr
2+ years expLyon College is a selective private liberal arts college located in Batesville, Arkansas, seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their Business Office. This position will manage payroll processing for faculty, staff, and student employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting, while also providing support in accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger functions.
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Responsibilities
Process vendor invoices, expense reimbursements, and credit card transactions accurately and timely
Verify invoice approvals, coding, and compliance with college policies
Manage vendor records, including W-9 collection and maintenance
Administer purchase order system and ensure compliance with approval processes
Work with campus departments to resolve purchase order and vendor issues
Prepare and issue annual 1099 forms in compliance with IRS regulations
Maintain proper documentation and reporting for tax-related requirements
Oversee college credit card program, issuance, training, transaction review, and reconciliation
Ensure timely submission of receipts and proper expense coding
Post accounts payable entries to the general ledger
Perform monthly reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts
Prepare schedules and documentation for annual financial audits
Respond to auditor inquiries and provide supporting records
Cross-train to provide backup support for payroll processing
Provide support across all functions within the Business Office as needed, ensuring continuity of operations and assisting colleagues during peak periods, absences, or special projects
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2–3 years of accounting or accounts payable experience required
Proficiency in accounts payable processes, internal controls, and 1099 compliance
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Effective communicator with excellent customer service skills
Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
Company
Lyon College
Lyon College is a liberal arts college that provides an academic curriculum designed to develop character as well as intellect.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3.7MKey Investors
Arkansas Department of Transportation
2024-12-13Grant· $0.1M
2021-11-15Grant· $0.6M
2013-10-24Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
Burke Soffe
Founding Dean/Chief Academic Officer
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