Position Overview

A small government organization is seeking a Part-Time Payroll / AP Clerk to provide coverage for a departing employee. This position will support critical payroll and accounts payable functions during an organizational restructuring and will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. While the initial assignment is expected to last approximately 6-8 weeks, strong performance could lead to consideration for a full-time permanent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

• Process payroll for approximately 28 employees.
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
• Maintain payroll records and support payroll-related reporting.
• Work within payroll and banking systems to process employee payments.
• Address payroll questions and discrepancies as needed.

Accounts Payable

• Process accounts payable twice monthly.
• Review invoices for accuracy and proper approvals.
• Prepare payments through checks and ACH transactions.
• Maintain AP documentation and records.

Administrative Support

• Assist with invoice tracking and payment approval processes.
• Support preparation of documentation for management and board review.
• Coordinate payment processing following approvals.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance function as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and payroll administration.
• Ability to work independently in an onsite environment.
• Basic Excel proficiency.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Work Environment

• 100% onsite.
• Flexible part-time schedule (you can choose hours) averaging approximately 20 hours per week.
• Office operates on a four-day workweek schedule.
• Candidates can generally work hours that fit their schedule as long as business needs are met.