Financial Reporting Associate jobs in Rhode Island

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently recruiting for a Financial Reporting Manager position. This full- time position pays $71.47 an hour and is located in Providence, RI.

A brief overview of the Financial Reporting Manager position is as follows: Plans, organizes, assigns and reviews the work of accounting, technical and clerical staff; reviews work in process and upon completion for accuracy, adequacy and conformance with law, policies and accepted accounting practices and procedures. Oversee daily payroll preaudit; financial reporting; accounting; and administration.

A thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental finances, payroll, payroll taxes, benefits, retirement funds, union contracts, payroll preaudit, principles and practices of the state's accounting system; the ability to design, analyze and interpret complex accounting systems, procedures and financial reports; The ability to execute complex financial account reconciliations; the ability to plan, organize, supervise and review the work of a professional, technical and clerical staff engaged in governmental accounting work; and related capacities and abilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manage/research/update ERSRI records
• Manage/research/update TIAA records
• Manage the bi-weekly Payroll Process
• Manage Quarterly Tax Filing Process
• Manage Annual Tax Filing Process
• Manage/research/update PSW-Fidelity records
• Reconciliations
• Quarterly Co-Share Retro Calculation
• Quarterly TIAA Forfeiture Calculation
• Monthly NIC Invoice
• Audit
• Quarterly PayStub RI Admin and Service Center Users
• Write/Post Public Payroll Notices as necessary
• Track/sign Timesheets for Central Payroll
• Bank of America Reporting as needed
• APRA request as needed
• Upload SSA verification files and distribute results
• Write Procedures as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of Excel, databases, and word processing software
• Knowledge of PowerPoint, Adobe, Word
• Ability to prioritize assignments
• Focus on accuracy and detail orientated
• Strong understanding of the total Payroll process and how it interacts with Human Resources and the Financial Statements. Including, but not limited to:
• Gross wage calculations
• Deductions
• Taxes
• Retirement plans
• Labor distribution
• Proven ability to work as a team member
• Strong attention to detail required for this role

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Bachelor or Master’s Degree from a college of recognized standing with specialization in finance, accounting, business management, or public administration, required.
• 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or public management, including some work at a responsible administrative or management level

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
• You like to make your employer look good.
• You find solutions, where others only see problems.
• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

• Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full- time employment
• Health Savings Account
• Pet insurance.
• 401k with a generous employer match.
• ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee.
• Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children.
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
• Paid time off varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.
• Holiday pay varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.
• Sick leave varies by state – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71.43 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Finance: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Providence, RI 02908 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Providence, RI 02908: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person