Payroll Staff Accountant

• Process bi-weekly multi-state payroll for all employees using Paylocity, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies and grant requirements.
• Prepare and post payroll to the general ledger, maintain tracking spreadsheets, and support month-end closure.
• Assist with audits (financial, benefits, funder, workers' comp) and prepare required documentation for state/federal filings and grant reporting.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries, resolve issues, and cross-train with other finance functions.

This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, supporting Clarke's mission to teach children who are deaf or hard of hearing to listen and talk, enabling them to reach their full potential.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field (preferred).
• Experience in multi-state payroll processing (required); fund accounting and grants experience (preferred).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
• Strong accounting skills, attention to detail, and ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Remote position. Compensation details not specified in the posting.

Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech is a nonprofit organization that teaches children who are deaf or hard of hearing to listen and talk, providing early intervention, education, and support services.