Accounting and Human Resources Specialist

Accounting / HR Manager in Mobile, AL

This unique position requires basic accounting knowledge as well as HR/Onboarding experience. This is a relatively small team of 20 people including sales, marketing, business partnerships and administration.

Accounting responsibilities will include payroll, expense reports, and month end closings. You must have exceptional communication skills and be able to work well with others and perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.

While there is an office manager; there is a need for additional HR support to maintain employee handbooks, assist with recruiting and onboarding new employees; and basic HR knowledge to solicit additional help as necessary.

• Assists in all aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, tax filings, general ledger closing, annual audit as directed.
• Performs accounts payable and accounts receivable duties by entering invoices and checks into Concur and Sage software systems.
• Reconciles various bank account and credit card transactions.
• Prepares monthly journal entries, ledgers and reports.
• Reconciles various general ledger accounts. Assists in preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Processes check requests and expense reports from staff and issues computer checks within established deadlines.
• Arranges for enrollment of eligible staffing corporate insurance plans.
• Keeps team member handbook and team member reviews updated.
• Performs other duties as required.

This is a newly developed role and will continue to evolve to support the needs of the organization. The above responsibilities and duties are just a guide and are not necessarily the only initiatives this position will be involved in. This person may also be asked to participate in other special projects, community outreach and events, some travel required.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in accounting, business or finance is expected. However, significant accounting/bookkeeping experience may be substituted.

Must be strong with MS Office products (especially Excel). Experience with Concur and / or Sage software would be ideal

Must have some exposure to HR practices or at least an interest and willingness to learn

Must have a great attitude and energy level

Must enjoy working with people and not afraid to ask for information or for help

Career Path: This position could serve as a stand alone career or part of the succession plan. This position reports to the VP of Finance & Administration and he has about a 5 year horizon.

Compensation: Compensation for this role is competitive and offers an outstanding benefits package.