Payroll Accountant

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.

Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.

We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.

We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

The Accountant, Payroll performs duties related to the timely processing of the company’s payroll including maintaining related records, preparing and filing tax reports, voluntary deduction reports, processing involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments, and updating procedures. As business needs require, this position also assists the Accounts Payable function with invoice processing, vendor account maintenance, and payment support. This position will perform complex, detailed, and disciplined work using standard methodologies in analysis, documentation, implementation and support of accounting and finance procedures.

The Accountant, Payroll is a detail-oriented, analytical, organized, self-sufficient, critical thinker, who has excellent communication skills.

10% of time
- Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices for payment, including matching to purchase orders/contracts, coding to the correct GL accounts, and obtaining required approvals
• Research and resolve vendor invoice discrepancies, past-due balances, and payment inquiries
• Assist with new vendor set up and maintenance, including W-9 collection and 1099 reporting support
• Support timely and accurate processing of check runs, ACH, and wire payments
• Assist with monthly Accounts Payable reconciliations and review of aging reports
• Provide backup coverage to the Accounts Payable team during peak periods, absences, or as workload requires
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all employee and financial information

90% of time
- Payroll

• Prepare and submit accurate payroll processing using the Ceridian/Dayforce platform for both exempt and non-exempt employees on a bi-weekly basis
• Work with managers to ensure employee hours are submitted accurately and approved on a timely basis every pay period. Resolve any discrepancies directly with employees and/or their manager
• Update employee records related to 401k deferrals, employer match, and 401k loans in the payroll system
• Verify and process 401k payroll data to ensure timely submissions
• Set up correct garnishment and tax levy calculations as required. Complete and process required paperwork as needed
• Process off-cycle payrolls as needed
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws including final pay rules, and municipality tax setups
• Process accurate and timely year-end reporting as it relates to W2, and 401K census
• Generate payroll…