Finance Benefit Associate Job City of Niagara Falls New York USA,Finance & Banking

Location: City of Niagara Falls

PINNACLE COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:

FINANCE & BENEFIT ASSOCIATEPROGRAM:
Administration STATUS:
Full Time;
On-SiteFLSA DESIGNATION:
Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:

Finance SupervisorDEGREE:
High School Diploma or GED (Business Classes preferred)

EXPERIENCE:

General Accounting including General Ledger data entry and payroll data entry preferredROP: $18.50- $20.00 /HourPOSITION OVERVIEW

The Finance and Benefit Associate is responsible for supporting the financial operations of the

organization by performing a variety of accounting and payroll-related tasks. This position ensures the

accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintenance of financial records, and adherence to relevant

regulations and company policies. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational

skills, and the ability to work with sensitive and confidential information.

BENEFITS

Health insurance with an HRA account (HRA-80% of the deductible), vision, and dental plans available (health insurance begins 1st day of month after 30 days of work service)
Employees working at least 1,000 hours per year and who opt out of health insurance either upon hire or during the open enrollment period will receive a $750 lump-sum payment
Flexible Spending accounts for both health and dependent care
Employee Assistance Program available
Employer paid short- and long-term disability insurance available
Employer paid life insurance with the option to purchase additional coverage at group rates (available the 1st day of month after 30 days of work service)
401k Retirement Savings Plan – Agency contributes 1% of an employee’s salary after 1 year of service yearly AND in addition matches the first 3% that the employee contributes to their 401k Plan
Mileage Reimbursement
15 Paid Time Off days, (PTO) in the first year (buy back, carryover, and transfer to Long Term Sick bank is also available at calendar year-end of unused PTO)
Employee receives yearly - 1 floating holiday and 13 recognized Agency holidays
1 Wellness Day yearly
Wage/Longevity Bonuses available
Attendance Bonus available bi-annually
Bereavement Leave – 4 work days of leave with pay available
Staff Recognition/Staff Appreciation events
Team Building and In-House training available offering learning and educational opportunities

SKILLS

Detail oriented with strong computer skills.
Data Entry and Verification
Computer proficient in use of Microsoft Applications and Cloud Based Finance Software

PHYSICIAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Occasional lifting (15 pounds or less).
Occasional standing/sitting/stair climbing.
Moderate stress.
Frequent PC/computer work.

AGENCY EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates knowledge of and passion for the program, mission, and services of Pinnacle Community Services
Complies with all policies and procedures of Pinnacle Community Services (including the Collective Bargaining Agreement, and corporate Compliance Policies) and all governmental and legal requirements
Attends and participates in appropriate agency staff trainings and meetings
Advocates for team focused solutions

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Works with the Finance Team and program teams to ensure all financial and payroll activities are accurately submitted, verified and approved.
Follows the designated policy and procedures to review and develop sound checks and balances pertaining to fiscal operations; including accounts receivable and accounts payable
Ensures all costs are appropriately documented, allocated and verified, based on the guidelines for each funder.
Prepares, enters and monitors payroll information
Prepares payroll related records and remittances
Prepares payroll reports as required by outside sources
Responsible for ensuring appropriate documentation of purchases, invoices and receipts are submitted to finance…