Accounting & Payroll Specialist

New Mexico United is seeking a detail-driven Part-Time Accounting & Payroll Specialist to support our Finance operations. Reporting directly to the Controller and working closely with the Chief of Staff, this role plays a key part in ensuring payroll accuracy, financial integrity, and smooth day-to-day accounting operations.

This position is approximately 20 hours per week and is ideal for an experienced accounting professional seeking meaningful work in a fast-paced professional sports environment.

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable
• Review invoices, process payments, and manage vendor accounts
• Support accounts receivable processing and tracking
• Identify and resolve invoice and vendor discrepancies

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and on time
• Maintain payroll confidentiality and compliance
• Prepare and distribute monthly PTO balance reports to Directors
• Post and balance general ledger entries
• Prepare and reconcile accounts (excluding bank reconciliations unless assigned)
• Assist with month-end close processes
• Support budget monitoring and internal financial reporting
• Ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with internal financial policies

• Research and resolve financial discrepancies
• Analyze financial data using trial balance reports
• Ensure all checks are deposited separately and recorded promptly in accounting software
• Support the Controller and Chief of Staff with additional finance and administrative projects as needed

• High School Diploma or GED (Associate’s or higher preferred)
• Minimum 2+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or related experience
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated time management skills in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding financial and payroll information
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Personable, professional, and team-oriented
• Self-starter who uses initiative and is resourceful